Washington, Feb. 17 -- The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has paid tribute to Hollywood icon Robert Duvall, who passed away peacefully at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, on February 15, 2026, at the age of 95.
The Academy celebrated Duvall's unparalleled career, describing his work as a "masterclass in restraint" and authenticity that will continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.
"Robert Duvall brought a rare kind of gravity to the screen, the kind that never demanded attention yet held it completely," the Academy wrote.
"Across a career that spanned generations, he inhabited his roles with precision and quiet power, whether commanding the room in The Godfather (1972), delivering aching honesty in Te...