Sally Field, 77, is set to carry the weight of pain and heartache to her grave, as it has been revealed that the single “Steel Magnolias” star has been deeply scarred by a troubled love life.

Veteran actress Sally Field, now 77, appears increasingly frail and gaunt as she continues to live largely out of the public eye. Sydtomarket.net has recently obtained photos of the “Mrs. Doubtfire” star during a rare outing in Los Angeles. This sighting comes months after she publicly criticized Hollywood for its ageism and acknowledged her children as her lifeline in a heartfelt statement.

Field’s last major film role was in “80 for Brady,” which premiered in February of the previous year. Since then, significant opportunities in Hollywood have become scarce. The actress, once a fixture in blockbuster films during the ’80s and ’90s, such as “Mrs. Doubtfire” and “Forrest Gump,” now faces a quieter, more private life.

One of Field’s most cherished memories remains her role in the 1977 film “Smokey and the Bandit.” It was during this time that she met Burt Reynolds, her co-star and, as described by her friends, “the true love of her life.” Their relationship, which began shortly after Field’s separation from her first husband, Steven Craig, profoundly impacted her.

Field reflects fondly on her time with Reynolds, saying, “Burt was the most important thing that ever happened in my life. He rescued my career and gave me a new lease on life.” Their intense connection and the profound impact Reynolds had on her life were evident on the set of “Smokey and the Bandit.” Field described their relationship as one where they “fit together like pieces of a puzzle,” providing her with self-confidence and emotional support.

However, the relationship was not without its challenges. Field admits that jealousy and friction marred their five-year romance. Despite this, she recalls a deeply affectionate and devoted period with Reynolds, expressing how she tried to be everything he desired. Their relationship eventually ended, partly due to Reynolds’ womanizing ways. Field moved on to date other notable figures, including Johnny Carson and Robert Blake, but none could replace Reynolds in her heart.

In 1984, Field married movie producer Alan Greisman, but the marriage ended in divorce a decade later. Despite her subsequent relationships and marriage, friends believe Field never truly moved on from Reynolds, who passed away in 2018 at the age of 82. This lingering pain from her past romance continues to affect Field, casting a shadow over her otherwise celebrated career.