Glenn Close, 79, recently shared an emotionally charged video from her Montana home. The video put fans on high alert, sparking concerns over the “Wake Up Dead Man” star’s health.
The Oscar-nominated actress followed up the cryptic video that sparked fear among fans with a happier update the next day.
An Intimate, Emotionally-Charged Video
Close shared an intimate selfie video on Tuesday and spoke to the camera in a quiet, almost strained voice. “Hi everyone. I’m home, calming down,” she said. “Wearing my mama’s shirt. Letting the wind blow through my white hair and watching the sun go down. I feel blessed. Hi to you all. Bye.”
The actress shared an update last Sunday from the set of her new Hulu legal drama “All’s Fair,” which is mostly filmed in Los Angeles. The sudden no-makeup, heartfelt message struck a chord with her audience.
Fans were quick to offer their condolences for the loss of Close’s mother, who passed away in 2015. The detail Close shared about wearing her mother’s shirt resonated with fans, especially those also in mourning.
“So sorry for your loss. My mom passed when I was just 22,” one fan wrote. Close took the time to write a heartfelt response. “Hello. Sorry your Mom passed when you were so young. My beloved ‘Moo’ passed a number of years ago, her presence is still felt.”
However, other fans interpreted the cryptic video with a more urgent message. “Glen,” another fan began. “It’s not the time for you to be doing too much now… we can’t lose you too!”
Fans were quick to offer their wishes for Close to rest up and not overexert herself. The incredibly sudden deaths of both Dolly Parton and Tim Curry this week have proven particularly stressful for fans across the world.
A Lighter Update
The next day, Close followed up the cryptic but heartfelt message with a similar makeup-free selfie. The beautiful Montana forest landscape extends behind her. “It’s ALL about LIGHT,” Close wrote in the Instagram caption of the second post. “Good Day Sunshine” by The Beatles played over her post. She shared three selfies, all with various happy expressions to show the actress was properly recharging at home.
“I am home to rest, regroup and fill my cup back up,” she continued in her caption. “My wonderful friend @jasondeshaw once told me that you don’t face the world with an empty cup, you face it with the overflow. Love to everyone. P.S. What gets bigger as you get older? Your nose, your chin and your ears! Thanks, Pop, for the nose. Thanks Mom for the chin.”
Fans were quick to point out the happiness in Close’s face in the second set of pictures she shared on Instagram. Her audience also made sure to share how much they appreciate Close’s commitment to recharging often and listening to herself. Though they were quick to praise the roles she has been affectionately known for across stage and screen, each comment held the same sentiment.
“Please stay happy and healthy we love you so much,” wrote a fan with a red heart emoji.
