Sondra Lock is a talented actress who first made herself known thanks to the painting “Heart is the best hunter”. By the age of 70, she managed to star in about thirty films and series. This woman is also known for her long romantic relationship with Clint Eastwood. What is the story of an American?
Sondra Lock: the beginning of the journey
The actress was born in Tennessee, it happened in May 1947. Sondra Lock was born in an ordinary family, the professional activity of her parents was not related to the world of cinema. Despite this, even as a child, she began to dream about the acting profession, fame and fans.
After leaving school, Sondra entered the university, but a year later she left the university for an artistic career. The girl did not have to regret her decision, since her first role gave her fame.
Bright debut
Sondra Lok first hit the set in 1968. The aspiring actress made her debut in the drama “The Heart is a Lone Hunter” by Robert Ellis Miller. The film tells the story of a deaf and dumb guy named Singer. The hero is a charming and kind person who cannot find friends due to serious health problems. He manages to maintain friendly relations only with the fat and kleptomaniac Spyros, who constantly gets into trouble.
In this picture, Sondra embodied the image of Mick Kelly. A bright role gave the actress not only the first fans, but also an Oscar nomination.
Marriage and Divorce
In 1967, Sondra Lok got married. Her chosen one was a school friend Gordon Anderson. The news of this marriage made a splash, since Gordon did not hide his unconventional sexual orientation. The reasons that prompted the actress to the decision to connect her life with gay, remained behind the scenes.
In the autobiography of Sondra, which she wrote many years later, much attention is paid to Anderson. In her book, the actress stated that there was never an intimate relationship between them. She eventually parted with Gordon, but did not file for divorce. They still maintain friendly relations.
Films and TV shows
Thanks to the drama “The Heart is a Lone Hunter”, she was able to attract the attention of directors Sondra Lock. Films and series with her participation began to appear one after another.
- "FBI".
- "Night Gallery".
- "Willard."
- "Kennon."
- "Kung Fu".
- The Barnaby Jones.
- "Reflection of fear."
- "Gondola".
- "Planet of the Apes."
- "The Second Coming of Susanne."
Locke and Eastwood
Thanks to the first roles, Sondra was remembered by the audience, she had fans. To consolidate the success of the actress helped Western "Josie Wales - a man outlawed." The 1976 film tells of the events of the Civil War in the United States. Southerner peace farmers are attacked by northerner soldiers. Bandits kill his wife and child, and the hero, of course, decides to get even with him. He will not lay down his arms as long as the last killer is alive.
Locke played a major female role in the Western Josie Wales - Outlaw Man. The 1976 film gave her not only new fans, but also a fateful acquaintance. While working on the picture, she began an office romance with director Clint Eastwood. The relationship of this couple lasted about 14 years.
“Through the ranks”, “Like it or not, you will lose”, “As soon as you can”, “Bronco Billy”, “A sudden blow” - joint films of Lock and Eastwood.
Litigation
The actress’s romance with the director ended in 1990. This pair cannot be said to have beautifully parted. Sondra went to court, she wanted to recover from Clint 1,300,000 dollars. According to Locke, Eastwood forced her to have two abortions, and then completely forced her to have a tubal ligation.
In 1993, the ex-girlfriend of the famous actor and director sued Warner Bros. Sondra said that she was slipped a fictitious contract. Clint Eastwood is also involved in this case. Litigation ceased only in 1999, only then did the parties manage to come to an agreement.
Interesting Facts
The latest film to date, in which Sondra Locke starred, was presented to the spectator court in 2000. We are talking about the crime drama "The Prophet of Death", which tells about the misadventures of the detective of the homicide investigation department, who is on a well-deserved rest. One day the hero receives a mysterious postcard. Its sender is a serial killer maniac who has been considered dead for many years. And this is just the beginning of a bloody game that will take many lives.
Sondra managed to declare herself not only as an actress. This amazing woman has also repeatedly got into the director's chair. “Rat Boy”, “Impulse”, “Death in Small Doses”, “Without Brakes” - the paintings that she presented to the public.
In 1990, doctors discovered breast cancer in the actress. A serious illness required a long course of treatment, which negatively affected the career of a star. Fortunately, Sondra managed to defeat her ailment. For a long time, Locke lived in her house in Los Angeles. Then she sold it and acquired a mansion in Hollywood Hills. Now Clint Eastwood's former girlfriend lives in it with a companion.