Image Credit: Getty Images Sally Kirkland, the Golden Globe Award-winning actress known for her roles in Anna and Bruce Almighty, died at the age of 84 on November 11, 2025. One year before her death, a GoFundMe page had been created to assist with her medical costs. As fans and her loved ones grieve her death, many are wondering how Kirkland died. Kirkland's rep, Michael Greene, confirmed the news of her death to TMZ. Learn about Kirkland's final days below. Sally Kirkland's Most Popular Movies & TV Shows Kirkland's acting career spanned six decades in film, television and theatre.