Pencil Art by Greg Joens Robert Duvall (1931–2026), a titan of American cinema, passed away peacefully at his Virginia home on February 15, 2026, at the age of 95. His legendary career spanned seven decades, beginning with his haunting debut as Boo Radley in To Kill a Mockingbird. Duvall was a master of transformation, celebrated for his role as the loyal consigliere Tom Hagen in The Godfather and the surf-obsessed Lt. Col. Kilgore in Apocalypse Now. In 1983, he won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his soulful portrayal of a faded country singer in Tender Mercies. A true "actor's actor," he leaves behind an unmatched legacy of authenticity and grace.