early Life and Career

Sally Kirkland began her ‍career as a model before pursuing acting,‌ studying alongside future stars like Dustin ​Hoffman, Robert De Niro, and Al Pacino.She became involved with ⁢Andy Warhol’s The Factory in the 1960s, appearing in his 1964 drama *The 13 Most Stunning Women*, ⁣where she appeared nude and tied to⁣ a ⁢chair.

She continued⁢ to work in both mainstream ⁢and underground​ films,including *Blue* with Terence Stamp‌ and *Coming Apart*. Her stage work also included Terrence McNally’s *Sweet Eros*,‌ where she performed nude throughout the entire production.

notable Roles

Kirkland appeared in a‍ variety of​ films and television shows throughout her career, including:

• 1970s: *The Way We Were*, *A Star is Born*, *The Sting*, *Starsky & Hutch*, *charlie’s Angels*, *Kojak*.
• 1980s: *Private ⁢benjamin*.
• 1985: *Anna* (Oscar and ⁤Golden Globe winner).
• Later Roles: Played a stripper in *Bruce Almighty*.

Health and Passing

In recent years,Kirkland faced health challenges,including life-threatening infections,falls,and a diagnosis of dementia. A GoFundMe page was established to help cover her medical expenses.⁣ She entered hospice care two days before her death at ​the age of⁢ 84.

Filmography Table (partial)