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Glenn Close Reflects on Career and the Impact of 'Fatal Attraction'

The actress credits the 1987 thriller with showcasing her versatility and redefining her image in Hollywood.

  • Glenn Close identified 'Fatal Attraction' as the film that first highlighted her ability to portray a 'sexy' character, a departure from her earlier roles.
  • The 1987 psychological thriller, in which she starred opposite Michael Douglas, became the second-highest-grossing film of that year and earned six Academy Award nominations, including one for Close.
  • Close revealed that producers initially doubted her capability to lead an erotic thriller, but her performance proved pivotal in reshaping perceptions of her range as an actress.
  • Despite eight Academy Award nominations throughout her career, Close has yet to win an Oscar but remains focused on fulfilling work rather than accolades.
  • Close also reflected on her personal life, sharing that she has been happily single since her 2015 divorce and prefers to avoid dating apps or actively seeking relationships.
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