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Sharon Stone's Mother Feared Death
28 Jun
Summary
- Actress Sharon Stone shared her mother's fear of dying.
- Dorothy Stone died at age 91 in March 2025.
- Stone had to leave room for her mother to let go.
Actress Sharon Stone shared deeply personal details about her mother Dorothy's final moments in an interview. Dorothy Stone, who passed away at 91 in March 2025, expressed significant fear of dying. Stone recounted that this fear stemmed from traumatic childhood experiences, specifically her parents' abuse.
To facilitate her mother's passing, Stone made the difficult decision to leave her room, believing her presence was hindering Dorothy's ability to let go. This sacrifice meant relinquishing the hope of hearing final words of love or pride.
Stone also reflected on their complex relationship, noting Dorothy's often distant behavior, which she attributed to her mother's own struggles. She shared that Dorothy sometimes resisted acknowledging Stone as her primary caregiver near the end.
Stone previously discussed her family history and childhood trauma in her 2021 memoir. She announced Dorothy's death in July 2025, remembering her as 'hilarious' and 'complex.'
