At 89, Shirley MacLaine continues to captivate audiences with her wit and wisdom. The Oscar-winning actress, known for her iconic roles in films like Steel Magnolias and The Apartment, recently opened up about her extraordinary life—from her Hollywood triumphs to her rumored affairs with world leaders.
MacLaine, who still enjoys martinis and the company of her rat terriers at her New Mexico ranch, has lived a life most could only dream of. With a career spanning over seven decades, she’s worked with legends like Alfred Hitchcock and Dean Martin, and even today, she continues to act, recently appearing in Only Murders in the Building.
But it’s her personal life that often sparks the most intrigue. In her 2012 memoir Out on a Limb, she claimed to have had relationships with two prime ministers—Canadian leader Pierre Trudeau and an unnamed Swedish politician. While some dismissed these stories as Hollywood embellishment, MacLaine stands by her tales, describing Trudeau as “charming, intelligent, and authoritative.”
Her romantic history doesn’t stop there. She’s been linked to stars like Robert Mitchum and Dean Martin, and her 30-year marriage to producer Steve Parker—though unconventional—produced her daughter, Sachi. Their relationship has been strained over the years, particularly after Sachi claimed her biological father was an astronaut, a statement MacLaine firmly denies.
Despite the controversies, MacLaine remains unapologetically herself. She finds joy in nature, travel, and creative pursuits, proving that age is just a number. “I love making films,” she says. “I’ll keep coming back as long as the stories excite me.” With her indomitable spirit, Shirley MacLaine remains one of Hollywood’s most enduring icons.
