‘Eleanor Coppola, Filmmaker and Wife of Francis Ford Coppola, Dies at 87: RIP Hollywood Icon’
So, it looks like the film industry has lost another legend. Eleanor Coppola, the wife of Francis Ford Coppola and mother to Sofia Coppola, has shuffled off this mortal coil at the ripe old age of 87. I guess even the most talented filmmakers can’t escape the clutches of old age, right?
Eleanor wasn’t just known for being the better half of Francis Ford Coppola (let’s face it, who isn’t better than him?), she was also a filmmaker in her own right. She even won an Emmy for documenting her husband’s grueling 238-day production of Apocalypse Now in her documentary Hearts of Darkness A Filmmakers Apocalypse. I mean, if you can survive that kind of chaos and still have the energy to make a documentary about it, you must be made of some pretty tough stuff.
The news of Eleanor’s death was confirmed by a family representative, so I guess we can trust that it’s not just a ploy to get some publicity for the Coppola family. Although, let’s be real, they probably don’t need any more attention. They’ve been in the spotlight for decades, with Francis Ford Coppola churning out classic after classic (and a few flops too, let’s not forget).
Eleanor and Francis were married for over six decades, which is longer than most Hollywood marriages last (looking at you, Kim and Kanye). They had three kids together, including the talented Sofia Coppola, who has made a name for herself as a director in her own right. I guess talent runs in the family, or maybe it’s just the Coppola name that opens doors in Hollywood. Who knows?
Eleanor was known for being a supportive and devoted wife, standing by her husband through thick and thin. She even provided creative input and support on his projects, so I guess we can thank her for some of the success of The Godfather and Apocalypse Now. I mean, who knows what would have happened if she hadn’t been there to keep Francis in line?
So, here’s to Eleanor Coppola, a true legend in her own right. Her legacy will live on through her contributions to the film industry and her impact on those who knew and loved her. She may have been the wife of a famous director, but she was so much more than that. Rest in peace, Eleanor. And Francis, if you’re reading this, maybe it’s time to retire and let the next generation of filmmakers take over. Just a thought.
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Source: Variety
URL: https://variety.com/2024/film/obituaries-people-news/eleanor-coppola-dead-francis-ford-coppola-wife-sofia-coppola-1235969640/