Shirley MacLaine's relationship with her daughter, Sachi Parker, has been a complex one over the years. MacLaine, who married film producer Steve Parker in 1954, gave birth to Sachi in 1956. The couple divorced in 1982 after nearly 30 years of marriage.
Sachi's 2013 autobiography, 'Lucky Me: My Life With — and Without — My Mom, Shirley MacLaine,' delves into their relationship. While MacLaine dismissed the book as mostly fiction, she acknowledged the love they share.
Despite being apart for much of the year due to MacLaine's career, Sachi never felt abandoned by her mother. However, in later years, Sachi expressed feelings of loneliness and abandonment.
Before entering Hollywood, Sachi pursued various careers away from the spotlight, including being a ski instructor and flight attendant. Her acting aspirations were encouraged by her mother, leading her to roles in films like 'Scrooged' and 'Peggy Sue Got Married.'
Sachi married Frank H. Murray in 1993 and had two children before their divorce in 2011. Reflecting on her divorce, Sachi described it as a chance to reassess her life.
She has been reserved about her children but mentioned that her own childhood experiences influenced her approach to motherhood. Following in her mother's footsteps, Sachi authored her autobiography, finding the writing process cathartic.
