One of Hollywood’s most commanding yet understated actors has taken his final bow. Robert Duvall’s death marks the end of an era — and his parting request is as moving as any role he played.Robert Selden Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor celebrated for his performances in “The Godfather” and “Apocalypse Now,” died on February 15, 2026, at age 95.While audiences knew him for his commanding screen presence, those closest to him described a far more personal side. In a deeply personal message, his wife offered a glimpse into the man the public rarely saw.Robert Duvall arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on February 27, 2005 | Source: Getty Images

In a statement shared , Luciana Duvall wrote, “Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time.”She said he passed away surrounded by love and comfort and described him simply as “everything.”According , Duvall did not want a formal service.Instead, his family said he wished to be honored by “watching a great film, telling a good story around a table with friends, or taking a drive in the countryside to appreciate the world’s beauty.”His final request echoed the quiet, personal life he maintained outside of Hollywood.Robert Duvall poses during a photocall for the television series “Broken Trail” at the 47th Monte Carlo Television Festival in He also received nominations for “The Godfather” (1973), “Apocalypse Now” (1980), “The Great Santini” (1981), “The Apostle” (1998), “A Civil Action” (1999), and later for “The Judge” (2015), underscoring his longevity in Hollywood.