Tragic reports have confirmed the death of Hollywood legend Shelley Duvall.

According to reports from local media outlets, the leading star from the industry has passed away at her residence in Texas after suffering from complications linked to her diabetes.

The iconic star played Wendy Torrance in the hit movie of 1980 horror movie Stanley Kubrick. She is believed to have passed away in her sleep.

The star’s partner since 1989 confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter and how she would be dearly missed.

His statement went on to reveal how she was the most wonderful, dear, and sweet individual. She suffered a lot in her lifetime but he was glad that now she was free from all the suffering and could fly free.

The news arose after a career that entailed some leading roles in movies like Annie Hall, Mrs. Miller, McCabe, and the hit iconic film Olive Oyl in Popeye.

The star revealed how her mental illness suffering was devastating and she had been hurt by the entire world of showbiz. Her life was never easy but she always put up a huge smile, no matter what challenges came her way, loved ones revealed.