Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJacob StolworthyWednesday 10 June 2026 12:34 BSTToy Story 5 - final trailerActor Joan Cusack has discussed her decision to distance herself from Hollywood ahead of her return in the new Pixar sequel, Toy Story 5, where she reprises her role as Jessie.Cusack explained that her absence was driven by a desire to “live your life and raise your kids” in Chicago, prioritising a normal life away from the industry's pressures and values.Since stepping away from Hollywood, Cusack moved to Chicago with her family and has been operating her own gift shop, Judy Maxwell Home, since 2011.Her recent appearance at the Toy Story 5 London premiere marked her first red carpet event in 11 years, with her last being Showtime's Emmy Eve event in 2015.In Toy Story 5, which is set to be released on 19 June, the toys' owner, Bonnie, becomes engrossed with a new digital tablet, leaving the original characters feeling neglected.In fullReclusive Oscar-nominated star explains ‘priceless’ reason for Hollywood absence after 11 yearsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in