The Incredible Life Story of Hollywood Icon Shirley MacLaine

Never content to rest on her film laurels, Shirley went on to embrace television roles in her later years. She guest-starred on shows like “Downton Abbey” as the flamboyant Martha Levinson, delighting a new generation of viewers.

Her scene-stealing appearances proved that her charisma and comedic timing were as sharp as ever. Shirley’s willingness to try new genres and formats kept her relevant in an industry known for its fleeting attention span.