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However, the fairy-tale romance masked deeper complexities and heartache. Sally later revealed that their relationship was anything but perfect and that it held elements of hurt and control. The allure of Reynolds's charisma soon gave way to a more complicated dynamic, as he exhibited controlling behavior that mirrored insecurities stemming from his stardom. Sally found herself enmeshed in a relationship that echoed patterns established in her troubled childhood, further complicating their bond.

Field opened up about her traumatic past in 2012, detailing the sexual abuse she experienced at the hands of her stepfather. This background colored her relationships with men, including Burt, whom she described as both a source of passion and a reminder of her formative experiences.