Julie Andrews is stepping away from the cameras after one of the most celebrated careers in Hollywood history — and the 90-year-old star’s decision is hitting longtime fans hard.

The beloved “Sound of Music” and “Mary Poppins” actress has confirmed she has effectively retired from on-screen acting, admitting she feels she is now “past” that stage of her career.

That means fans hoping to see Andrews return as Queen Clarisse Renaldi in the upcoming “Princess Diaries 3” appear to be out of luck.

But Andrews made it clear she isn’t disappearing completely.

The Oscar winner is still keeping busy with books, podcasts and voiceover work, while Disney+ is also preparing a major documentary about her extraordinary life and eight-decade career.

Still, her decision to leave screen acting behind has served as an emotional reminder to generations of fans that one of Hollywood’s most enduring legends is now 90.

A Hollywood insider told RadarOnline that Andrews’ announcement has understandably sparked concern among people who have followed her career for decades.

“Julie has been such an enduring presence that it’s difficult for people to imagine a world where she isn’t working,” the source said.

“At 90, naturally there are fears about how much time everyone has left with her. Hearing that she considers herself past screen acting makes that passage of time feel particularly real.”

The insider stressed, however, that Andrews remains active and engaged with her work.

“Julie is still working,” the source added. “She has simply reached a stage where she wants to choose work that doesn’t require her to be in front of the cameras.”

Andrews herself addressed her future during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, explaining why movie appearances no longer appeal to her.

“I think the absolute truth is that I think I’m really past all that now,” she said.

“I’m not completely retired, but it’s a different kind of work that I do these days — books, and I do a lot of recording of podcasts and voiceovers. But truly, I don’t think I should be a part of it.”

Andrews said she still loves being involved in creative projects, but no longer feels the need to appear on camera.

“It isn’t that I’m not enthusiastic for it,” she said. “It’s just that I really don’t feel I should be part of it now.”

The news comes as “The Princess Diaries” celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Andrews starred alongside Anne Hathaway in the 2001 Disney hit as the elegant Queen Clarisse Renaldi, helping turn the movie into a favorite for an entire generation.

She fondly remembered working with late director Garry Marshall, who died in 2016 at age 81.

“It was well-made by dear Garry Marshall, who was the sweetest director you could imagine and funny and talented and considerate,” Andrews recalled. “So it was a very enjoyable film to make.”

While Andrews may not return for the third movie, fans will soon get another opportunity to look back at her remarkable life.

Disney+ is preparing a feature-length documentary about the legendary performer, scheduled to premiere sometime in 2027.

The film will be directed by R.J. Cutler, whose previous documentaries include “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” and “Martha.”

According to Disney+, the project will explore a life filled with “resilience, heartbreak, reinvention and enduring grace,” while showing that Andrews’ story stretches far beyond her years in the spotlight.

The documentary is expected to feature rare archival footage, including material that has never been publicly seen, along with new interviews tracing her journey from a young British performer to one of the biggest stars in entertainment history.

Few careers can compare.

Andrews began performing as a child before becoming a Broadway sensation in productions including “My Fair Lady” and “Camelot.”

Hollywood soon came calling.

Her starring role in 1964’s “Mary Poppins” earned Andrews the Academy Award for Best Actress and transformed her into an international superstar.

Just one year later, she starred as Maria in “The Sound of Music,” one of the most beloved movie musicals ever made.

She went on to appear in films including “Victor/Victoria” and “The Americanization of Emily,” later introducing herself to younger generations through “The Princess Diaries,” voice acting and a successful career writing children’s books.

Now, after roughly eight decades in show business, Andrews appears ready to enjoy Hollywood on her own terms.

She may be finished standing in front of the camera, but the legendary actress has made clear she has no intention of completely walking away from the work she loves.