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Sally Field Recounts Tumultuous Love With Burt Reynolds
15 Jun
Summary
- Field revealed Reynolds' fear of her 'Norma Rae' role.
- She described Reynolds as complicated, like her stepfather.
- Their relationship ended due to career and control issues.
Sally Field, 79, recently shared candid reflections on her past relationship with Burt Reynolds during an appearance on the Talking Pictures podcast. She recounted how Reynolds' bodyguard had to bring her to their first dinner date, as he was concerned about being mobbed by fans. Field admitted to being extremely nervous, feeling she was more of a "clown" than herself.
Their five-year relationship was described by Field as complicated, drawing parallels between Reynolds and her stepfather. She felt tormented and put down by both men, yet desired their approval. The dynamic shifted when Field was offered the role in 'Norma Rae,' which Reynolds vehemently opposed, believing no "lady of his" should play a "whore."
Field stood her ground, calling it a turning point and recognizing her own "rage" against Burt's "brutality." Reynolds' refusal to attend the Oscars with her after her Best Lead Actress win for 'Norma Rae' marked a further point of contention. The couple ultimately parted ways for good in 1982.
