Daniel Day-Lewis, a renowned actor known for his exceptional performances, bids farewell to acting, as confirmed by his director Jim Sheridan. Sheridan revealed that Day-Lewis has decided to retire and resist the allure of returning to the screen.
The talented actor made the announcement of his retirement in June 2017, before the release of “Phantom Thread,” which marked his final film. Despite garnering yet another Oscar nomination for his role in the movie, Day-Lewis stood firm in his decision to step away from acting.
Day-Lewis expressed his gratitude to his collaborators and audiences over the years, emphasizing that his retirement was a private choice. The actor made a deliberate effort to make his retirement public in order to solidify his decision and prevent himself from being lured back into the industry.
Reflecting on his decision to retire, Day-Lewis admitted that he had not initially planned on ending his acting career before making “Phantom Thread.” The Oscar-winning actor felt compelled to draw a line and commit to his retirement, despite his previous musings about quitting acting.
Although there have been rumors of a possible return to acting, particularly after a reunion with director Martin Scorsese, Day-Lewis seems adamant about his retirement. With a legacy of exceptional performances and multiple Oscar wins, Day-Lewis leaves a lasting impact on the world of cinema.
