Sally Kirkland, Oscar Nominee for "Anna," Enters Hospice Care
Veteran actress Sally Kirkland, celebrated for her Oscar-nominated role in the 1987 film "Anna," has been hospitalized and is currently receiving hospice care, according to TMZ.
The 84-year-old actress was diagnosed with dementia about a year ago and is now battling life-threatening infections. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support her medical care.
According to the campaign, Kirkland "had a fall in the shower, when she was left unattended; injuring her ribs, foot, along with cuts and bruises."
Career and Legacy
Kirkland’s acting career spans more than six decades. In addition to her Academy Award nomination for "Anna," for which she also won a Golden Globe, 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)
Recent Developments
On Monday, a new documentary about her life, "Sallywood," premiered on Amazon Prime, offering a look back at her remarkable journey through Hollywood.
Author’s summary: The legendary actress Sally Kirkland faces serious health challenges while a new documentary celebrates her enduring impact on film and art.