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Robert Duvall, legendary ‘Godfather’ actor, has died
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall portrayed unforgettable characters during his seven-decade Hollywood career.
A Hollywood legend’s story ended Sunday after starring in some of cinema’s greatest stories ever told.
Robert Duvall died at age 95. He starred in over 140 movies and shows, scoring an Oscar for his role in “Tender Mercies” but perhaps best known as Lt. Col. Bill Kilgore in “Apocalypse Now” and Tom Hagen in the first two “Godfather” films.
Robert Duvall movies filmed in Georgia
Something to Talk About: (1995) A woman’s world is rocked when she discovers her husband is cheating on her. IMDb says it was filmed in the Savannah area as well as Perry. The movie is available on VOD services like AppleTV and Amazon Prime, $4 to rent and $8 to buy.
The Gingerbread Man: (1998) A lawyer uses his power to help his lover put her father behind bars, but when he escapes, they are all in danger. IMDb says it was filmed in the Savannah area. The movie is available on VOD services at $4 to rent and $15 to buy.
Jayne Mansfield’s Car: (2012) The death of a clan’s estranged wife and mother brings together two very different families. IMDb says it was filmed in Covington and Cedartown. The movie to available stream for free with ads on Tubi and Plex.
Get Low: (2009) A hermit throws his own funeral party while he’s still alive. IMDb says it was filmed in various parts of Georgia like Covington, Dallas, Newnan, Crawfordville, and Powder Springs. The movie to available stream for free with ads on Tubi and Plex.
In Dubious Battle: (2016) An activist gets caught up in the labor movement for farm workers in California during the 1930’s. IMDb says it was filmed, in part, in a few areas of Georgia like Duluth, Bostwick, Senoia, and Gay. It’s available to Prime subscribers and on YouTube free with ads.
The Greatest: (1977) Muhammad Ali plays himself in a reconstruction of the events that brought him to fame. IMDb says it was filmed, in part, in Atlanta. It’s available to stream for free with ads on the Roku Channel (which is available to those with or without a Roku device).
Robert Duvall cause of death
We currently don’t have a confirmed cause of death for Duvall, but his wife Luciana Pedraza said in a Facebook statement he died peacefully at home “surrounded by love and comfort.”
Is Robert Duvall related to Shelley Duvall?
Robert and Shelley Duvall are not related, although it’s a common misconception due to the surname.
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How old is Robert Duvall’s wife?
Pedraza is 54-years-old. She and Duvall got married in 2005.
What was Robert Duvall’s last movie?
The last movie to feature Duvall was “The Pale Blue Eye” in 2022. It’s a Netflix detective movie featuring Edgar Allan Poe as a character and a detective played by Christian Bale. Duvall plays world traveler Jean Pepe.
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Robert Duvall children
Duvall wasn’t a father, however he and Pedraza founded the the Robert Duvall Children’s Fund in 2001 to support impoverished children and families in northern Argentina and create initiatives to help women start businesses, according to Men’s Journal. Pedraza is Argentinian.
Celebrity reactions to Robert Duvall death
Adam Sandler, who was in the 2022 movie “Hustle” with Duvall, said he was “One of the greatest actors we ever had. Such a great man to talk to and laugh with. Loved him so much. We all did.”
Robert Patrick, who was also in “Jayne Mansfield’s Car,” shared memories like when he shared a meal with Duvall on his back porch, and how they’d talk on the phone about movies and BBQ over the years.
Viola Davis, who was in the 2018 movie “Windows” with Duvall, said she was in awe working with him and that she always had been, calling him a giant and an icon.
Michael Keaton, who was in the 1994 movie “The Paper” with Duvall, recalled how they became friends and spent “a great afternoon on my front porch talking about horses. He was greatness personified.”
Andy Garcia, who was in the 1990 movie “A Show of Force” with Duvall, said he was “one of the greatest of all time” and that “His sublime artistry will continue to inspire us forever. He was the truest of friends. An American original.”
Who was Robert Duvall in Lonesome Dove?
Duvall was one of two former Texas Rangers in the 1989 limited TV series “Lonesome Dove.” He played Augustus “Gus” McCrae alongside Tommy Lee Jones as Woodrow F. Call. The show won multiple Primetime Emmy awards and Duvall won a Golden Globe.
It’s available to stream for subscribers of Peacock, Fubo, and Prime Video. It’s also free with ads on Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, and the Roku Channel.
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Who was Robert Duvall in To Kill A Mockingbird?
Duvall played the reclusive neighbor Arthur “Boo” Radley in the 1962 film adaptation of “To Kill A Mockingbird.” It was nominated for multiple Oscars, including best picture, ultimately winning two including best art direction in black and white and best writing for a screenplay based on material from another medium.
The movie is on VOD services at $4 to rent and $15 to buy.
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Who was Robert Duvall in Days of Thunder?
Duvall played veteran car building and mentor Harry Hogge in Tom Cruise’s 1990 NASCAR movie “Days of Thunder.” It’s available to stream for subscribers of AMC+ and Paramount+.
How to watch the Godfather
All three of the “Godfather” movies are available to watch on Paramount+ and Fubo. However, Duvall is only in the first two.
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How to watch Apocalypse Now
“Apocalypse Now” is available to stream for free with Plex.
Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for USA Today. Find him on Instagram @miguelegoas and email at [email protected].
