Sally Kirkland has died at the age of 84
Kirkland Representative Michael Greene confirmed this a media channel that the star had passed and breathed her last at 1:50 am PST. He said she will be “deeply missed.”
Before she died, the actress had entered hospice care over the weekend and unfortunately that didn’t last long.
After she falls in the shower and hurts herself, a GoFundMe was founded in her name last year.
On November 7, GoFundMe released the following update: “Thank you for all your love and support. Sally is grateful for your kindness and love. Sally is now in hospice care and resting comfortably. Please hold the light and send it for Sally.”
When the GoFundMe was originally set up, her friends noted that she had “broken her four bones in her neck, right wrist and left hip” over the past year.
“While recovering, she developed two separate life-threatening infections. The combination of these injuries and infections has required extensive hospitalization and rehabilitation beyond the 100 days covered by insurance,” they explained.
According to her friends, Kirkland apparently received “bad advice” from a financial advisor/business manager, leaving her financially devastated. She also faced insurance issues when SAG-AFTRA canceled supplemental insurance for members over 65 in 2021.
“As the days pass, the lack of proper care significantly reduces Sally’s chances of a full recovery,” her friends added. “However, with the right medical support, we know she has a strong chance of overcoming this setback and returning to the work she loves.”
Before her death, the GoFundMe had raised more than $60,000.
Kirkland was born in New York City to Sally Kirkland Sr., a fashion editor for Fashionand Fredric M. Kirkland, a metals dealer.
In 1964, she was recognized by Andy Warhol as one of the “13 Most Beautiful Women”. She then became the first actress to ever go all out in an off-broadway play titled Dear Eros in 1968.
Kirkland continued to hone her craft and went on to earn a Golden Globe Award for her performance in Anna in 1987.
At the time of her death, Kirkland had over 200 credits to her name, with notable titles including Bruce Almighty And Charlie’s angels.
In addition to acting, Kirkland also dabbled in other pursuits, including being an ordained minister and practicing yoga.
She also served as a mentor to many famous stars over the years, including Barbra Streisand and Liza Minelli.
Kirkladn is survived by her godson, three nephews and many close friends.
