Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall dies at 95

Renowned American actor Robert Duvall has passed away at the age of 95.

His wife, Luciana Duvall, announced his death in a heartfelt statement on his Facebook page, saying he died peacefully at home on Sunday, surrounded by love and comfort.

She wrote, “Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time. Bob passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort,” she wrote.

“To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything. His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court.

“For each of his many roles, Bob gave everything to his characters and to the truth of the human spirit they represented. In doing so, he leaves something lasting and unforgettable to us all.

“Thank you for the years of support you showed Bob and for giving us this time and privacy to celebrate the memories he leaves behind.”

Duvall’s impressive career spanned over six decades, with iconic roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Tender Mercies, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

He was also recognised for his performances in To Kill a Mockingbird, The Great Santini, and Lonesome Dove.

Luciana Duvall praised her husband as “one of the greatest actors of our time” and “simply everything” to her, highlighting his dedication to his craft and love for characters, food, and storytelling.