Glenn Close, the legendary movie star known for her iconic roles in films like “Fatal Attraction” and “Dangerous Liaisons,” recently shared a surprising anecdote during a podcast interview with Julia Louis-Dreyfus for “Wiser Than Me.” The 78-year-old actress revealed that she once went on a date with the legendary Robert Redford, whom she starred alongside in the movie “The Natural.”
In a candid moment on the podcast, Close reminisced about the time when Redford invited her to a romantic dinner after working together on “The Natural.” Despite the seemingly romantic gesture, Close admitted that she was too clueless and unsure to realize that it was likely meant to be a date. Reflecting on the missed opportunity, Close shared, “I was too clueless and unknowing and unsure to even consider that I might have dated him.”
Close and Redford played love interests in “The Natural,” a film about an older baseball player named Roy Hobbs whose career takes a life-changing turn. Close portrayed Iris, Hobbs’ high school sweetheart, in the movie, and the two actors shared a natural chemistry on screen that audiences found captivating.
In an interview with CNN following Redford’s passing in September, Close spoke about the trust and connection she felt with the actor while working on “The Natural.” She emphasized the power of simplicity in portraying a deep, believable romantic connection on screen, highlighting the subtlety of their characters’ relationship in the classic film.
While Close may have missed out on a potential romance with Redford off screen, their on-screen chemistry in “The Natural” continues to be celebrated by fans and film enthusiasts alike.
As we remember the late Robert Redford and the timeless films he left behind, Close’s revelation adds a unique and personal touch to the legacy of their collaboration in “The Natural.”
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