Linda Blair was only 13 years old when she portrayed the role of Regan MacNeil, possessed by a demon, in the legendary horror film “The Exorcist.” After her incredible acting performance, she decided to end her career as an actress.
“The Exorcist” film was directed by William Friedkin and was based on a novel of the same name by author William Peter Blatty.
The film was released in 1973 and tells the story of Regan MacNeil, who was 12 years old at that time. The mother was played by Ellen Burnstyn. The mother seeks medical help for her daughter and encounters the priest Damien Karras, played by Jason Miller.
The priest reveals that Regan is possessed and attempts to free her from the evil entity that has taken hold of her.