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Robert Duvall, the legendary Oscar-winning actor whose career spanned seven decades, died at the age of 95 on February 15, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home in Middleburg, Virginia. Career Highlights & Iconic Roles Regarded as one of the greatest actors in American history, Duvall was known for his incredible versatility. His most notable performances include: Tom Hagen: The loyal Corleone family consigliere in The Godfather (1972) and The Godfather Part II (1974). Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore: The surf-loving commander in Apocalypse Now (1979), famous for the line: "I love the smell of napalm in the morning". Augustus "Gus" McCrae: A retired Texas Ranger in the beloved miniseries Lonesome Dove (1989), a role he cited as his personal favorite. Mac Sledge: An alcoholic country singer in Tender Mercies (1983), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor. Boo Radley: His haunting film debut as the reclusive neighbor in To Kill a Mockingbird (1962). Awards & Accolades Duvall received nearly every major honor in the industry: Academy Awards: 1 win (Tender Mercies) and 6 additional nominations (The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, The Great Santini, The Apostle, A Civil Action, The Judge). Emmy Awards: 2 wins, including Lead Actor for the Western miniseries Broken Trail (2006). Other Honors: 4 Golden Globes, 1 BAFTA, 1 Screen Actors Guild Award, and the National Medal of Arts (2005). Personal Life Born on January 5, 1931, in San Diego, Duvall was the son of a Navy admiral and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was an avid practitioner of the Argentine tango and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He is survived by his fourth wife, Luciana Pedraza, with whom he founded the Robert Duvall Children's Fund to support families in Argentina. RIP