‘The Godfather’ Actor Robert Duvall Dead at 95

Hollywood is in mourning after legendary actor Robert Duvall passed away. The actor, who won his Oscar for the 1983 film “Tender Mercies,” was 95 years old, and his wife, Luciana Pedraza, announced his passing on social media. In addition to “Tender Mercies,” Duvall is most renowned for films such as “The Apostle,” “The Judge,” and “The Godfather.”

Duvall passed away on February 15, 2026. His wife, Pedraza, took to Facebook the following day to share the news. She wrote, “Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time. Bob passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort.”

The grief-stricken wife continued, “To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything. His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court. For each of his many roles, Bob gave everything to his characters and to the truth of the human spirit they represented.”

She concluded, “In doing so, he leaves something lasting and unforgettable to us all. Thank you for the years of support you showed Bob and for giving us this time and privacy to celebrate the memories he leaves behind.”

Following the announcement of Duvall’s passing, many of his fans are taking to social media to remember his legacy. One person said on Instagram, “One of the greatest ever. RIP.” Someone else wrote, “Wow, I remember Robert, and I having a drink and a long conversation, 50 years ago.RIP.”

Other Instagram users highlighted their favorites from his legendary filmography. One noted, “Such a legend was on an episode of the OG twilight zone, Godfather, Apocalypse, come on. Immortal.” A different person stated, “I was literally watching the scene of Days of Thunder last night.”

Additionally, some tributes highlighted who he was as a person. One example, “He was a great actor and even a better man!” Someone else noted, “Aww, another good one gone, Rip.”

Finally, a different fan said, “Another legend & one of my favorites has left us. Robert was an absolute acting beast who always delivered & left us really feeling his characters & their thoughts & motivations in each scene. He leaves behind an incredible body of work. RIP Mr. Duvall.”

Duvall, though best known for his screen work, began his acting career on stage and appeared in productions such as “A View from the Bridge.” After that, he got his start playing bit parts in Hollywood. Per IMDb, his first was the 1960s series “The Robert Herridge Theater,” in which he appeared in a single episode.

From there, he appeared in tv shows and movies such as “Armstrong Circle Theatre,” “Playhouse 90,” “John Brown’s Raid,” and

“Great Ghost Tales.” However, his big break didn’t come until 1962, when he played Boo Radley in “To Kill a Mockingbird.” After that, Duvall continued, later encountering the roles that would make him a star.

Some of the most notable include “The Godfather,” “Apocalypse Now,” “Lonesome Dove,” “Something to Talk About,” and “Gone in 60 Seconds.”

Sighings from Duvall became increasingly rare in later years of his life. This is despite him remaining somewhat active in Hollywood, with his most recent television appearance being in “The Culture Mafia” in 2026. Still, according to Page Six, the beloved actor took to social media in November 2025 to wish his fans a happy holiday.

He said in a clip, “To all my fans, have a happy, happy Thanksgiving and a great year coming up. God bless.” Duvall could be seen sitting in the video. He wore what appeared to be a purple polo-style shirt, a black vest, and black pants.

Duvall wore many hats during his 95 years. One of them was the role of husband. He married his first wife, Barbara Benjamin, in 1964. They were married until 1975. After that, he married Gail Youngs, with whom he was married for four years, beginning in 1982. He was then married to his third wife, Sharon Brophy, from 1991 until 1995.

After that, he and Pedraza married in 2005 and remained married until his death. Duvall leaves behind no children.