Sally Kirkland, Oscar Nominee for 'Anna,' Enters Hospice Care
Sally Kirkland, the acclaimed actress known for her Oscar-nominated role in the 1987 film Anna, has been hospitalized and is now receiving hospice care, according to TMZ. At 84, she was diagnosed with dementia a year ago and is currently battling life-threatening infections.
A GoFundMe campaign was launched urgently after Kirkland suffered a fall in the shower while unattended, causing injuries to her ribs, foot, and various cuts and bruises.
Career Highlights
- Kirkland's career spans over six decades.
- She earned an Oscar nomination and won a Golden Globe for her role in Anna.
- She was associated with Andy Warhol's Factory scene.
- Notable films include:
- The Way We Were (1973)
- Cinderella Liberty (1973)
- The Sting (1973)
- 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.
"Sally Kirkland had a fall in the shower, when she was left unattended; injuring her ribs, foot, along with cuts and bruises."
Author’s summary: Veteran actress Sally Kirkland, known for her Oscar-nominated role in Anna, faces hospice care amid health struggles, with a new documentary about her life debuting soon.