Shelley at a 1980s event
Shelley was one of Hollywood's visible stars in the 1980s. She had conquered stage, receiving glowing reviews from (surprised) critics, and was always on the lookout for worthwhile projects for the big and small screen. She landed roles in theatrical releases such as Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy, Troll and The Stepfather. She also shined in small screen releases such as Single Bars, Single Women and Bridesmaids. She lead the cast in two TV series, Cutter to Houston and Jack and Mike, which were well-received by most critics but were short-lived. Sleeper hits were unheard of then.
