Burt Reynolds’s proclamation of Sally Field as his true love faced a different perspective from the actress, who revealed, “He was not someone I could be around.”
While Reynolds expressed regret over their failed romance, Field viewed their relationship differently, asserting that Reynolds had a distorted perception of her importance in his life.
In her memoir, “In Pieces,” released shortly after Reynolds’ death, Field delved into their complicated relationship, describing Reynolds as dominating and abusive. She disclosed details about his drug use during the filming of “Smokey and the Bandit.” Reynolds, who passed away at 82, expressed regret about their romance not working out and emphasized how much he missed Field, acknowledging the challenges they faced.
Field reflected on the challenges of being a performer, facing criticism and ridicule, emphasizing that outsiders don’t comprehend the vulnerability artists endure in the public arena.
