Dame Sheila Hancock recently shared that she still has conversations with her deceased husband, John Thaw, who passed away in 2002 at the age of 60. John, known for his role in “Inspector Morse,” lost his battle with oesophageal cancer and was married to Sheila, a star of “The Rag Trade,” for 28 years before his demise.
In a recent interview, Dame Sheila opened up about the loneliness she feels and its impact on her life. While her friends and family provide comfort, their eventual departures leave her feeling profoundly alone. She expressed the void left by the loss of someone with whom she could be completely honest and authentic.
Reflecting on her solitude, Dame Sheila admitted to speaking out loud to her late husband, particularly while watching the news, although their discussions about politics have faded over time. Coping with her profound sense of isolation, she sometimes wakes up feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of facing another day alone.
She acknowledged the challenge of managing her loneliness, mentioning thoughts of getting a cat but reconsidering due to concerns about the pet outliving her. Earlier this year, she appeared on a podcast where she discussed her experience of aging, remarking on how reaching 90 felt extraordinary to her, despite never perceiving herself as old until then.
While she doesn’t view herself as old, Dame Sheila noticed a shift in how others treat her as she reached the age of 90. She humorously mentioned the societal expectations of age and how it can provide an excuse for unconventional behavior when needed.
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