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A New Chapter: Sandra Locke
In 1972, Eastwood met actress Sandra Locke, which marked the beginning of yet another passionate, albeit complicated, chapter in his life. The couple became inseparable, living together by 1975 and even creating a façade of monogamy. Despite Locke’s influence in curbing his philandering ways for a time, Eastwood eventually reverted to his old habits, leading to significant drama and a strained relationship.
Locke's hypothetical vows of fidelity were met with Eastwood's reluctance to start a family, leading to two abortions at his request. Eventually, the cracks in their relationship became apparent, and Eastwood’s winding path of infidelity reemerged with full force in the 1980s, leading to a bitter split.