Dakota Fanning, Brittany Murphy’s co-star in the 2003 movie Uptown Girls, spoke about her cherished recollections of the two of them working together and attending events after Murphy’s passing. Fanning acknowledged her appreciation for the chance to work with Murphy.
In addition, Murphy’s performance of the Paul Oakenfold-produced song “Faster Kill Pussycat” saw a boost in popularity following her passing. The song returned at number seven on the UK Dance Chart and peaked at number thirteen on the UK Indie Chart.
What Happened, Brittany Murphy?, an HBO Max documentary that probed the mystery surrounding Murphy’s sudden death, aired in 2021.
In the documentary, Taryn Manning, Murphy’s co-star in the film 8 Mile, recalled working with Murphy, describing him as “free-spirited, whimsical, and full of laughter.” Some critics, however, weren’t as taken with the documentary.
The Hollywood Reporter’s Daniel Fienberg felt that the documentary was only partially successful, calling it “20 percent a reminder of Murphy’s transcendent talent, 30% a dead-ended investigation into the mystery of her death, and 50% an unenlightening examination of Murphy’s late husband”.
In his review’s conclusion, Fienberg said that Murphy deserved better than the treatment she received from the media, which he thought might have contributed to the degree of control her husband had over her.
Did Brittany Murphy have anxiety?
What was Brittany Murphy’s illness? The 32-year-old Murphy was believed to have a food issue and a cardiac murmur. According to reports, up to ten different prescription medications for bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and to treat seizures were discovered in her residence.