
Glenn Close has shared her experience growing up in a religious group, Moral Re-Armament, which she described as having cult-like elements. The organization, founded by Reverend Frank Buchman, promoted the concept of moral transformation to avoid wars and violence. However, after Buchman’s death, the group declined and eventually dissolved. Close’s family moved to Switzerland where the group’s headquarters were based, and it was there that Close struggled with her involvement.
Reflecting on how she coped with the situation, Close revealed that she relied on her vivid imagination to escape mentally from difficult situations. She explained that, from a young age, she had the ability to “take herself out” of uncomfortable or confusing moments, which helped her maintain her sense of self and stay focused on her passion for acting.
In a previous interview, Close discussed the strained relationship she had with her father, questioning why her parents had sent her to be part of the group. At 22, she left Moral Re-Armament after being accepted into college, and looking back, she expressed a deeper understanding of her parents’ vulnerability to joining such a group, unaware of the long-term impact it would have on their children.
Despite the challenges, Close ultimately found her path in acting, becoming one of Hollywood’s most respected actresses, with a career spanning multiple iconic roles.