Robert Duvall died on February 15, 2026, at his home in Middleburg, Virginia. He was 95. His wife Luciana announced the news via Facebook, describing him as 'one of the greatest actors of our time' and 'simply everything' to her personally.
Duvall's career began in 1962 with a non-speaking role as Boo Radley in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and spanned roughly 70 years and nearly 100 films. He earned seven Academy Award nominations and won Best Actor for 'Tender Mercies' (1983). His most iconic roles include consigliere Tom Hagen in 'The Godfather' (1972) and its sequel, Lt. Col. Kilgore in 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), and the lead in 'Lonesome Dove' (1989).
Beyond acting, Duvall wrote and directed five feature films, including 'The Apostle' (1997). He was known for his strong opinions about directing — believing actors perform best when given freedom — and for declining to reprise his Godfather role over a pay disparity with Al Pacino. He also had an unexpected cult following in Scottish football circles for his role in the 2000 film 'A Shot at Glory.'
Tributes came from Francis Ford Coppola, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Adam Sandler, Viola Davis, Walton Goggins, Michael Keaton, and many others, emphasizing both his craft and his personal warmth and humility in private encounters.
