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Robert Duvall’s life in photos

Robert Duvall had an iconic career prior to his passing on Feb. 15, 2025, at age 95.

His wife, Luciana Pedraza, shared the news via Facebook the following day, writing, “Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend and one of the greatest actors of our time.”

The actor “passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort.”

Keep scrolling to revisit Duvall’s legendary roles in major projects, from “The Godfather” to “Apocalypse Now.”

Robert Duvall in "The Twilight Zone" in 1963. — Duvall acted in “The Twilight Zone” in 1963 as Charley Parkes. CBS via Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "Never Wave Goodbye" in 1963 — That same year, he pllayed Eric Christian in “Never Wave Goodbye.” CBS via Getty Images

Rober Duvall in "The Mod Squad" in 1969 — In 1969, Duvall had a role in Season 1 of “The Mod Squad” as Matt Jenkins. CBS via Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "Cosa Nostra: Arch Enemy of the F.B.I." at 1967 — Robert Duvall appeared in “Cosa Nostra: Arch Enemy of the F.B.I.” in 1967, playing Ernie Milden. Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall in "THX 1138" in 1970 — Duvall played the titular character in “THX 1138” in 1971. Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "THX 1138" in 1971 — The 1971 film was directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall in "The Godfather" — In 1972, Duvall’s “Godfather” character was named Tom Hagen. Bettmann Archive

Robert Duvall and Marlon Brando in "The Godfather" in 1972 — He acted alongside Marlon Brando in the iconic 1972 film. Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall and Nicol Williamson in "The Seven Percent" in 1976 — Duvall (pictured above with Nicol Williamson) acted in “The Seven Percent” in 1976 as Dr. John H. Watson. Corbis via Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "Apocalypse Now" in 1979 — The actor starred as Lieutenant Colonel Kilgore in “Apocalypse Now” in 1979. CBS via Getty Images

Robert Duvall in NYC in 1979 — Duvall posed for a photograph in New York City in 1979. Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "The Terry Fox Story" in 1983 — In 1983, Duvall portrayed Bill Vigars in “The Terry Fox Story.” Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall and Shirley MacLaine at 1984 Oscars — Duvall (pictured above with Shirley MacLaine) won an Oscar for “Tender Mercies” in 1984. Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall at 1984 Oscars — Duvall proudly brandished his award at the 1984 Academy Awards. Sygma via Getty Images

Massimo Troisi, Robert Duvall and John Savage on "Hotel Colonial" set in 1986 — Duvall (pictured above with Massimo Troisi and John Savage) appeared in “Hotel Colonial” in 1986. Mondadori Portfolio/Archivio Mar

Robert Duvall in "Lonesome Dove" in 1989 — In 1989, Duvall starred in the “Lonesome Dove” as Augustus “Gus” McRae. ©CBS/Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall in "Power of Love" in 1995 — In 1995, Duvall acted in “Power of Love.” FilmPublicityArchive/United Arch

Robert Duvall in "Something to Talk About" in 1995 — Duvall gave viewers “Something to Talk About” as Wyly King in 1995. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall and James Earl Jones in "A Family Thing" in 1996 — Duvall acted alongside James Earl Jones in “A Family Thing” in 1996. Getty Images

Robert Duvall in 15th Detective Film Festival in 2017 — Duvall was all smiles at the 15th Detective Film Festival in 1996. Sygma via Getty Images

Robert Duvall in "The Apostle" in 1997 — Duvall played the titular “Apostle” character in 1997. AP

Robert Duvall in "The 6th Day" — Duvall played Griffin Weir in “The 6th Day” alongside Tony Goldwyn in 2000. Getty Images

Kevin Costner and Robert Duvall — Duvall (pictured above with Kevin Costner) played Boss Spearman in “Open Range” in 2003. WireImage

RObert Duvall in "Broken Trail" in 2006 — Duvall portrayed Prentice Ritter in “Broken Trail” in 2006. ©AMC/courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall in "Lucky You" in 2007 — Duvall played L.C. Cheever in “Lucky You” in 2007. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall and Robert Downey Jr. in "The Judge" in 2014 — In 2014, Duvall appeared alongside Robert Downey Jr. in “The Judge” as Joseph Palmer. ©Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Robert Duvall in 2015 — In January 2015, Duvall celebrated his SAG nomination for “The Judge.” Getty Images for Entertainment W

Robert Duvall at February 2015 Oscars afterparty — He was also nominated for an Oscar that year. Corbis via Getty Images

Robert Duvall on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" in 2021 — Duvall was interviewed on “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert” in 2021. CBS via Getty Images

Robert Duvall via Facebook — Duvall reflected on his “Lonesome Dove” experience via Facebook in 2025.

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