Part 5/8:
Love, Control, and Sacrifice
Throughout their relationship, Field wrestled with her sense of self, feeling that she had begun to lose her identity. She dressed and acted according to Burt's preferences, submerging her own needs. Burt's struggles with prescription drug use and possessiveness further strained their connection. Despite this, he tried to guide her career, encouraging her to star in Norma Rae, a role that would ultimately earn her an Oscar.
Although Burt proposed to Sally several times, she wisely declined, sensing that his intentions were not genuine. Their union was informal, yet Reynolds expressed a strong desire to start a family, highlighting the complexities of their relationship. His fears ultimately led to the end of their romance, leaving both heartbroken.