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Sally Kirkland, Oscar-nominated screen and stage star, dies at age 84

Sally Kirkland, Oscar-nominated screen and stage star, dies at age 84

Summary

Sally Kirkland, an Oscar-nominated actress, has died at the age of 84. She passed away in a hospice in Palm Springs, California. Kirkland was known for her roles in movies like “The Sting” and “Anna,” for which she received an Oscar nomination.

Key Facts

  • Sally Kirkland was an actress known for her role in the film “Anna,” which earned her an Oscar nomination.
  • She acted alongside famous actors such as Paul Newman, Robert Redford, and Kevin Costner.
  • Kirkland's career included films like “The Way We Were” and “JFK.”
  • She was also active on television, with appearances in shows like “Charlie’s Angels” and “Roseanne.”
  • She passed away at a hospice in Palm Springs, California, at the age of 84.
  • Her friends created a GoFundMe for her medical care after she fractured bones and developed infections.
  • Kirkland was involved in New Age spiritual groups and taught Insight Transformational Seminars.
  • She studied acting under notable teachers and appeared in early Shakespeare productions.

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