Shirley MacLaine's Starring Roles

Terms of Endearment, 1983

Covering the course of several decades, Terms of Endearment tells the story of mother Aurora (Shirley) and daughter Emma (Debra Winger)—their difficult relationship, lifelong searches for love and tragic ending. The film also stars Jack Nicholson as Aurora's love interest and won both him and Shirley Best Actor and Best Actress Awards, respectively.