Legendary actor Robert Duvall, known for iconic roles in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at age 95. He passed away peacefully at his home in Virginia on Feb. 15, 2026, according to his family and representatives.
Duvall won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in Tender Mercies and earned seven Oscar nominations over a career spanning more than seven decades and over 90 films.
He first gained attention playing Boo Radley in To Kill a Mockingbird and became widely recognized as Tom Hagen in The Godfather films alongside Marlon Brando. His portrayal of Lt. Col. Kilgore in Apocalypse Now delivered one of cinema’s most famous lines: “I love the smell of napalm in the morning.”
Duvall also earned acclaim for television roles, including the Western miniseries Lonesome Dove, which he often called his favorite project.
He is survived by his wife, Luciana Pedraza. In keeping with his wishes, no formal service will be held, with the family encouraging fans to honor his memory by watching a great film or spending time with loved ones.
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