Sharon Stone'S Haunting Relief: The Chilling Truth Behind Her Grandfather'S Death

Sharon Stone's Chilling Revelation

Sharon Stone is candidly sharing her emotional journey following the death of her abusive grandfather, Clarence Lawson. The "Basic Instinct" star recalls feeling a mix of "glee and relief and emptiness" upon his passing. In a recent chat on the "All There Is with Anderson Cooper" podcast, Stone, at 68, revisited these complex emotions that she first unveiled in her memoir, "The Beauty of Living Twice."

A Dark Family History

Stone didn't mince words as she described Lawson's dark influence on her family. "He was an abuser who abused my mom and did everything he could possibly do to get near us to be abusive of us," she told Cooper. Her vivid recollections paint a harrowing picture of a man who was far from the grandfatherly figure one might expect. Stone recounted how her grandmother, also a victim of Lawson's abuse, would trap her and her sister, Kelly, in a room with him during visits, a chilling memory that began when they were mere toddlers.

“It's a very weird thing when you're a kid and the first experience you have of death is glee and relief and emptiness,” Stone shared, reflecting on the peculiar mix of emotions at Lawson's funeral.

The Funeral That Brought No Comfort

Stone's recollections of the funeral are equally haunting. She recalled a cold, emotionless ceremony devoid of the usual warmth and compassion associated with such events. "People usually kind of meander in, sit down, talk. There's usually a gentle, caring, and a hand-holding, and a thoughtfulness at a funeral," Stone described, noting that none of this was present at Lawson's service.

Reflecting on the moment, she remembered poking Lawson's lifeless body to ensure he was truly gone, a feeling she described as a "bizarre satisfaction." For Stone, the funeral was marked by an overwhelming sense of "good emptiness," a feeling that will remain etched in her memory.

Looking Back with Anderson Cooper

During her conversation with Cooper, Stone painted a picture of a childhood overshadowed by fear and survival. At the time of Lawson's death, Stone was just 14, while her sister Kelly was only 11. These early encounters with abuse and death left an indelible mark on both their lives, shaping their understanding of family and safety.

Stone's revelations serve as a poignant reminder of the hidden battles many face behind closed doors. Her courage in sharing such personal experiences sheds light on the complex emotions tied to family trauma, offering solace to those who have walked a similar path.