A rarely-seen picture of veteran actress Shirley Jones posing with her lovely family was recently posted on social media, causing a stir among her fans, who were so excited to see her after a long absence from the spotlight. The 89-year-old, known for her remarkable, distinct voice, started her career as a singer and landed her inaugural acting opportunity in the Broadway production South Pacific. She secured her primary leading role in the 1955 movie musical Oklahoma!
This accomplishment was swiftly succeeded by a series of appearances in films like Carousel, April Love, The Music Man, and Elmer Gantry, which earned her the prestigious 1960 Academy Award. Besides her stellar acting career, Jones is a loving mother to his three sons, Shaun, Patrick, and Ryan, whom she had with her first husband, Jack Cassidy.
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Jones’s son, Patrick Cassidy, took to his Instagram page to post a group photo showcasing his extensive family during their recent vacation. The image featured his mother dressed in a red tracksuit, flanked by her cheerful, younger family members.
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“What an incredible vacation in California getting to be with my entire family,” Patrick captioned the post. “Mom, brothers, nieces and nephews, both my sons and, of course, the love of my life.”
Fans react to Patrick Cassidy’s Instagram post
The image sparked excitement among fans of the actress, who filled the comments section with words of admiration for the iconic star. “How wonderful for you all and your Mom, whom we all love so very much,” a fan wrote. “Great photo and mum in middle surrounded by her beautiful family❤,” a second fan commented.️ “Heartwarming photo! That needs to be framed!” an Instagram user added.
However, some other fans also appreciated Patrick, who allowed them to see the beloved star. “Great pictures,” a fan wrote. “Thank you for sharing. Thank you for sharing your family with us, especially your beautiful mom, still stunning.”