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Sally Field: Son's Coming Out Inspired Steel Magnolias Scene
10 May
Summary
- Sally Field's son Sam's queerness inspired a movie scene.
- Field cherishes memories of filming Steel Magnolias with co-stars.
- She considers her three sons her proudest life achievements.
Actress Sally Field, 79, fondly recalled the "wonderful experience" of filming the 1989 film Steel Magnolias, a movie that celebrated female friendship. She keeps a photo of herself with co-stars Shirley MacLaine, Dolly Parton, and Julia Roberts from the wrap party. Field noted that her friends cared for her young son, Sam, on set, humorously suggesting this is why he identifies as gay.
Field also shared that her son Samuel, who is gay and now a writer and producer, discussed how his coming out influenced a scene between her and Matthew Rhys in a different project. She has previously spoken about her pride in her three sons—Peter, Eli, and Sam—calling them kind, loving, and productive human beings. Field specifically praised Sam's unique perceptions and gentle nature as a gift.
