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Famed actor Robert Duvall, who died on February 16, 2026, prized simple, down-home fare—especially ribeye steak—along with beef ribs and other comfort dishes enjoyed at Virginia eateries and with his Argentinian wife.
In an exclusive Deadline interview, Billy Bob Thornton reflects on Robert Duvall as a mentor, sharing intimate stories from their time together—co-writing and filming A Family Thing and Sling Blade, his improvisational on-set approach, and Duvall’s dry wit and generosity that shaped Thornton’s craft and career.
A filmmaker recalls meeting Robert Duvall on Gods and Generals and how one dinner conversation gave him permission to trust stillness; Duvall became a lifelong mentor, inspired his writing of Crazy Heart, later directed him in The Pale Blue Eye, and remained a steady, guiding friend whose wisdom reshaped his career and life.
Robert Duvall, who died at 95, is remembered in an exclusive THR interview by Mary Badham, the former Scout from To Kill a Mockingbird. Badham recalls Duvall’s Boo Radley as unforgettable, notes they had only a day or two to work together, and shares anecdotes about the casting and on-set moments that helped bring the character to life.
Vulture curates 12 underrated Robert Duvall performances to rewatch, spanning from The Chase (1966) to Widows (2018), praising his restrained, grounded presence and noting streaming availability for each title.
Steve McQueen recalls working with Robert Duvall on Widows, describing Duvall as nervous yet authoritative and a true artist who brought gravity and focus to every scene; he shares anecdotes—from a tense moment with Elizabeth Debicki to a Brando-like reading via his wife’s earpiece—illustrating Duvall's range, independence, and lasting influence on acting.
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, renowned for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at 95, capping a seven-decade career with roughly 150 credits. Tributes from fellow stars and industry peers have poured in as the film world mourns a legendary and versatile performer.
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall died at 95 at his Virginia home, and locals at Fauquier County's Old Salem Cafe recall him as a gentle, approachable regular who shared meals with farm workers, supported others with fundraising, and even arranged a meeting with a local 103-year-old orchard owner, illustrating his humble generosity despite global fame.
Hollywood icon Robert Duvall, who died at 95, became an unlikely Scottish football cult hero after filming A Shot at Glory, making stadium appearances, doing punditry, and even naming a dog after Jimmy Johnstone, endearing himself to fans and players alike.
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro paid tribute to the late Robert Duvall, praising his gift and influence after his death at 95; Duvall’s iconic Godfather roles with Pacino and De Niro sparked widespread condolences from fellow stars like Viola Davis and Adam Sandler as his legacy as a towering, versatile actor is celebrated.
Robert Duvall, Oscar-winning star of The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at 95, his wife Luciana Duvall announced. The near-100-film veteran won Best Actor for Tender Mercies and later wrote/ directed The Apostle, with tributes pouring in from colleagues as Duvall split his time between Los Angeles, Argentina and Virginia.
Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning star of The Godfather, Apocalypse Now and Tender Mercies, died at age 95, his wife Luciana announced. Over nearly seven decades, Duvall earned seven Oscar nominations and won Best Actor for Tender Mercies, delivering iconic, understated performances—from Tom Hagen in The Godfather to Lt. Col. Kilgore in Apocalypse Now—and later directing and mentoring while remaining a steadfast presence in American cinema.
Hollywood mourned Robert Duvall after his death at 95, as Adam Sandler, Viola Davis, Michael Keaton and others shared heartfelt tributes praising him as 'greatness personified' and recalling landmark roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now and beyond, while colleagues highlighted his mentorship and lasting impact on acting.
Renowned actor Robert Duvall, famed for The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, died at 95 at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, with tributes pouring in from peers including Al Pacino. A seven-time Oscar nominee, he won Best Actor for Tender Mercies and left a six-decade legacy spanning film and television, from Boo Radley in To Kill a Mockingbird to recent projects and a celebrated screen career that included iconic lines and roles.