Acclaimed Actress Known For Altman Films

Shelley Duvall, Star of 'The Shining,' Dies at 75

Acclaimed Actress, Known for Altman Films

Shelley Duvall, the captivating actress best known for her haunting performance in Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining," has passed away at the age of 75. The Hollywood Reporter first reported the news, citing that she passed away on Thursday.

Cannes-Winning Star

Duvall received the Cannes Film Festival award for Best Actress in 1977 for her role in Robert Altman's "3 Women." Her unforgettable portrayal of a timid woman in Altman's "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" further cemented her reputation as a versatile actress.

In "The Shining," Duvall played Wendy Torrance, the mother of Danny, an eerie performance that left an indelible mark on horror cinema. Her piercing screams punctuated the film's atmosphere of terror, creating a lasting legacy for the actress.