Swedish-born American film star, who wanted 'to be left alone', d. 1990 (5)

I believe the answer is:

garbo

(Other definitions for garbo that I've seen before include "Swedish film actress Greta" , "film star? Yes and no" , "Swedish film star who wanted to be alone" , "She sought solitude" , "Famous film actress" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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