Shelley Duvall death updates — Partner Dan Gilroy announces The Shining actress died at age 75 as tributes pour in
ICONIC actress Shelley Duvall has died at 75, her partner announced.
Dan Gilroy, Shelley's partner since 1989, told The Hollywood Reporter that she died in her sleep at her Texas home from complications regarding diabetes.
"My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us,” Gilroy said.
“Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley.”
Social media tributes are pouring in for the star, who was known for her roles in films like The Shining, Popeye, and Nashville.
Read our Shelley Duvall death blog for the latest updates...
Stars pay tribute on Instagram
Actress Riley Keough paid tribute to Shelley Duvall on Instagram by posting a picture of the late icon on her Story with the caption, "legend."
Actress Rachel Zegler also shared a picture of Shelley on her Story with a broken heart emoji.
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The Shining's iconic 'All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy' sceneShelley Duvall super fan speaks out
A Shelley Duvall fan named Sarah Lukowski has gone viral several times over the past few years for running the internet's Shelley Duvall Archive and eventually befriending the actress.
Sarah would post on social media about her visits to the actress at her Texas home after Shelley.
After news of Shelley's death, X users shared concern for Sarah in her recent posts - but the fan has spoken out on her personal account.
"I’ve seen the news about Shelley Duvall. I’m doing ok," Sarah wrote, sharing a picture of the two together.
"Shelley was having difficulties with her health over the past few months and I visited with her often.
"I’ll always be grateful for the memories I created with her and that I was able to give her comfort and companionship."
Shelley opened up about mental illness
Shelley Duvall appeared on Dr. Phil in 2016, where she opened up about suffering from mental illness.
She told viewers that she was "very sick" and "needed help."
The movie star was even taken to a facility by Dr. Phil after she made him promise he wouldn't let doctors "murder her."
Stanley Kubrick's estate remembers actress
The official X account for Stanley Kubrick, who directed Shelley Duvall in The Shining, has shared a statement remembering the actress.
Rumors have swirled for years about Kubrick's mistreatment of Shelley on the set of the iconic horror movie, but the director's estate said that the claims were "exaggerated" in her the statement.
"Shelley Duvall, legendary character actor, and The Shining’s extraordinary Wendy Torrance has died at the age of 75," Kubrick's X account shared.
"Shelley’s career was varied and long.
"Despite being dogged with exaggerations of her treatment on set, Shelley was always vocal about her experience filming The Shining saying she 'wouldn’t trade it for anything' because 'working with loveable Stanley was a fascinating learning experience.'
"Our thoughts are with Shelley’s friends and family."
Director pays tribute
Director Scott Goldberg worked with Shelley Duvall on her last film in 2023 called The Forest Hills.
"Shelley leaves behind an amazing legacy and will be missed by so many people, myself included," Goldberg told People.
"I am proud of her for overcoming adversity to act again and will always be forever grateful for her friendship and kindness."
A look at Shelley Duvall's films
Here is Shelley Duvall's filmography:
- Brewster McCloud
- McCabe & Mrs. Miller
- Thieves Like Us
- Nashville
- Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson
- 3 Women
- Annie Hall
- The Shining
- Popeye
- Time Bandits
- Frankenweenie
- Roxanne
- Suburban Commando
- The Underneath
- The Portrait of a Lady Countess
- Changing Habits
- Twilight of the Ice Nymphs
- My Teacher Ate My Homework
- RocketMan Mrs. Randall
- Tale of the Mummy
- Casper Meets Wendy
- Home Fries
- The 4th Floor
- Boltneck
- Dreams in the Attic
- Manna from Heaven
- The Forest Hills
Dan Gilroy shared statement
Dan Gilroy, Shelley Duvall's partner of 35 years, broke the news of her death to The Hollywood Reporter.
“My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us," he said.
"Too much suffering lately, now she’s free.
"Fly away, beautiful Shelley."
Meeting her life partner
Shelley Duvall met her life partner, musician Dan Gilroy, when they starred together in a Disney Channel film, Mother Goose Rock 'n' Rhyme.
Dan starred as Gordon Goose in the movie and Shelley played Little Bo Peep.
The two were in a relationship since 1989 until the day of her death.
Fans pay tribute
Devastated fans are paying tribute to Shelley Duvall on X.
What to know about Dan Gilroy
Shelley Duvall's death was reported by her longtime partner, Dan Gilroy.
Dan was a member of the early Madonna band The Breakfast Club.
In the early 1980s, the band included Madonna, Angie Smit on bass, and Dan and his brother, Ed, both on guitar.
Dan sang lead vocals as well and he briefly dated Madonna.
Remembering Shelley Duvall
Shelley Alexis Duvall was an American actress celebrated for her portrayal of unique and often eccentric characters.
She received several accolades, including a Cannes Film Festival Award and a Peabody Award.
She was also nominated for a British Academy Film Award and two Primetime Emmy Awards.
Duvall was 75 years old when she diedCredit: Getty Images - Getty Died at her Texas home
Shelley died at her home in Blanco, Texas, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
The actress moved back to her home state of Texas after a California earthquake in 1994.
Fans are 'heartbroken' about death
Fans of Shelley Duvall are sharing their dismay at the news of the actress's death.
"I honestly feel so heartbroken," wrote one fan. "Shelley Duvall made me fall in love with watching actors transform on screen. truly no one like her, we lost an icon."
"RIP Shelley Duvall, one of the most unique and expressive actors in all Hollywood history, seen here in (arguably) her greatest role as Millie Lammoreaux in 3 Women (1977)," another tweeted.
Cause of death revealed
Shelley Duvall reportedly died of diabetes complications in her home in Blanco, Texas, according to a statement from Duvall's life partner Dan Gilroy to The Hollywood Reporter.
She died in her sleep, the outlet reported.
“My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley,” Gilroy said.
3 Women actress Shelley Duvall has died
American actress Shelley Duvall has died, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
She was known for her roles in 3 Women, The Shining, Popeye, and many more.
Duvall was 75 years old.