’s retreat from the public eye was widely discussed throughout the later part of her life and led to a lasting interest in how the pressures of work impacted her unexpected hiatus. During her nearly three-decade career in films, , captivated audiences with her remarkable ability to infuse charm and whimsy into her expressive performances in some of her most iconic roles, including “The Shining” (1980) and “Popeye” (1980). Later, in and through the 80s and 90s, she produced series focused on children, such as “Faerie Tale Theatre” and “Mother Goose Rock ‘n’ Rhyme.
” The 2002 comedy “Manna From Heaven” was Duvall's final film prior to her return to acting in “The Forest Hills” in 2023. In previous interviews and during an infamous appearance on “Dr. Phil,” Duvall touched on the ramifications of her work and mental health.
Read on for more about what the and those close to her previously said contributed to her retreat from Tinseltown. In an , Duvall reflected on being a star with leading roles and what contributed to walking away from it all. “I was a star; I had leading roles,” she explained.
“People think it’s just aging, but it’s not. It’s violence.” Prompted to explain what she meant by violence, the actor seemed to refer to public scrutiny.
“How would you feel if people were really nice, and then, suddenly, on a dime...
they turn on you? You would never believe it unless it happens to you. That’s why you get hurt, because .