Shelley Duvall, Actress Known for 'The Shining' and Altman Films, Dies at 74
'Quirky screen personality' won Cannes actress award for Robert Altman's '3 Women'
Actress Shelley Duvall, known for her lithesome features and quirky screen presence, has died. She was 74.
Hollywood icon
Duvall starred in several acclaimed films by director Robert Altman, including "3 Women" (1977), for which she won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. She also had memorable roles in "Nashville" (1975) and "Popeye" (1980).
Duvall's most iconic role was as Wendy Torrance, the terrorized wife in Stanley Kubrick's classic horror film "The Shining" (1980). Her performance as the gradually unraveling Wendy was both heartbreaking and terrifying.
Duvall's death is a loss for the film world. She was a unique and talented actress who will be remembered for her unforgettable performances.
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