Sally Kirkland, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Enters Hospice Care
Sally Kirkland, the veteran actress recognized for her Oscar-nominated role in the 1987 film Anna, has been hospitalized and is now receiving hospice care, according to TMZ. At 84 years old, Kirkland was diagnosed with dementia a year ago and currently faces serious health challenges including life-threatening infections.
Recent Health Incident and Support Campaign
According to a GoFundMe campaign created to support her, Kirkland experienced a fall in the shower while unattended, resulting in injuries to her ribs, foot, as well as cuts and bruises.
"Had a fall in the shower, when she was left unattended; injuring her ribs, foot, along with cuts and bruises."
Career Highlights
With a career spanning over 60 years, Kirkland has made a significant impact in film and entertainment. She received an Oscar nomination and won a Golden Globe for Anna. Beyond that, she was part of Andy Warhol's Factory scene and appeared in numerous notable films, including:
- The Way We Were (1973)
- Cinderella Liberty (1973)
- The Sting (1973)
- Barbra Streisand's A Star Is Born (1976)
- Private Benjamin (1980)
- JFK (1991)
- The Player (1992)
- Bruce Almighty (2003)
- Adam & Steve (2005)
- 80 for Brady (2023)
Upcoming Documentary
A new documentary about her life, titled Sallywood, is set to premiere on Amazon Prime this Monday.
Summary
Sally Kirkland, celebrated for her extensive film career and award-winning role in Anna, now faces serious health challenges while a documentary on her life is about to be released.