Hollywood Icon Robert Duvall Dies at 95
Legendary actor Robert Duvall, one of the most respected performers in American film history, has died at the age of 95. He passed away peacefully at his home in Virginia on February 15, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born on January 5, 1931, in San Diego, California, Duvall built a career that spanned more than seven decades. He first gained major attention as Boo Radley in To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) and went on to deliver unforgettable performances as Tom Hagen in The Godfather films and Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore in Apocalypse Now. His role in Tender Mercies (1983) earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Throughout his career, Duvall received seven Oscar nominations along with multiple Golden Globe and Emmy Awards. Known for his quiet intensity and authenticity, he was widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation.
Robert Duvall leaves behind a lasting legacy of powerful performances that shaped modern cinema and inspired generations of filmmakers and actors.
