Sandra Bullock shocked fans in 2022 by announcing an indefinite acting hiatus, citing burnout and a desire to prioritise family.

“I’m so burnt out. I’m so tired, and I’m so not capable of making healthy, smart decisions, and I know it,” she admitted.

Her focus shifted to being a full-time mom to Louis and Laila, saying, “I just want to be 24/7 with my babies and my family. That’s where I’m gonna be for a while.” Unbeknownst to the public, Sandra was also caring for her partner, Bryan Randall, who had a terminal illness.

After his passing in August 2023, Sandra’s life has taken a different turn than expected.

“Her entire world collapsed when Bryan passed away,” says an insider, “but little by little, she’s been learning how to cope. Every day, it gets just a bit better.”

Bullock recently marked a significant milestone, turning 60 on July 26, just days before the anniversary of her partner Randall’s passing.

Despite the bittersweet timing, she found herself able to embrace this new chapter of her life and celebrate where she is now.

“It’s weird because people seem to want us to be afraid of what it might look like when we get there,” Sandra said on August 12, while wishing her pal, Today show host Hoda Kotb, a happy 60th birthday in a video tribute.

The Oscar winner made it clear she’s not intimidated by getting older. “Turns out it’s pretty damn great,” the actress shared. In fact, she added, “it’s pretty awesome.”

Since her partner’s passing, Bullock has kept a low profile, avoiding high-profile Hollywood events and red carpet appearances for almost two and a half years.

Despite her withdrawal from the public eye, she has stayed connected with close friends in the industry, including Jennifer Aniston, Keanu Reeves, and her sister Gesine Bullock-Prado, who has been a constant source of support and comfort.