Robert Duvall, a legend of American cinema and theater, has passed away
16 february 2026 в 22:37
Robert Duvall was a highly regarded American actor and director whose career spanned over six decades. Born on January 5, 1931, in San Diego, California, Duvall gained widespread recognition and numerous awards for his talent and dedication to his craft. Unfortunately, he passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 95, as confirmed by his wife, Luciana Pedraza, via Facebook.
«Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, dear friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time», - Luciana wrote. «Bob left peacefully at home, surrounded by love and care. To the world, he was an Oscar winner, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was everything».
Robert was known for his versatile performances in a wide range of roles, successfully portraying both leading and supporting characters. His breakthrough came in the film «To Kill a Mockingbird» (1962), but he became an icon thanks to his unforgettable portrayal of Tom Hagen in the «Godfather» series, as well as his role as Colonel Kilgore in «Apocalypse Now».
Throughout his career, Duvall received critical acclaim and won numerous awards, including an Oscar for his role in «Tender Mercies». He will always be admired for his ability to immerse himself in characters, bringing authenticity and depth to each role.
In addition to his acting career, Robert had a rich personal life. He was married four times throughout his life; he had no children. He was married to Barbara Benjamin from 1961 to 1981, to Gail Youngs from 1982 to 1986, and to Sharon Brophy from 1991 to 1995. Robert’s fourth wife was Luciana, whom he married in 2005, and they are still together. Continue reading to learn more about his wives.
Duvall met his first wife, Barbara, a former host and dancer on The Jackie Gleason Show, while filming «To Kill a Mockingbird». A native of New York, born on August 10, 1936, she also appeared in the films «Guys and Dolls» (1955) and «The Courtship of Eddie’s Father» (1963), using the name Barbara Brent, according to IMDb.
Barbara had two daughters from a previous marriage—Nancy and Susan. She divorced Duvall in 1975. The actress passed away on September 18, 2019, in New York.
After divorcing Barbara, Duvall married his second wife, Gail, in 1982. The actress from New York, born on October 8, 1952, starred alongside her husband in «Tender Mercies», - which earned Duvall an Oscar for Best Actor. She also appeared in «The Stone Boy» (1984), «The Hunter» (1984), and «The Police Academy» (1990), according to her IMDb. However, their marriage faced difficulties and ultimately ended in divorce in 1986. Details of their relationship remain largely unknown. Gail appears to have no social media presence at this time.
Duvall was married to dancer Sharon from 1991 to 1995. Reports suggest that the actor met Brophy when she was a member of the «Tango Argentino» troupe, and she subsequently became his tango teacher. Little is known about Sharon, as she leads a private life and seems to have no social media presence at this time.
Duvall’s current wife is Luciana, an Argentine actress and director. They first met in 1996 when Duvall was filming in Argentina for «The Seven Percent Solution». Despite a significant age difference—Duvall is nearly four decades older than Pedraza—the couple formed a deep bond that transcended cultural and language barriers.
Duvall and Pedraza eventually married in 2004. Luciana, born in Buenos Aires on January 7, 1972, was a successful actress before transitioning to directing, according to IMDb. Their relationship is notably different from Duvall’s previous marriages, as they are often seen together at events and red carpets, where they show genuine affection and support for one another.
Their shared passion for the arts has undoubtedly played a role in their strong union
«Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, dear friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time», - Luciana wrote. «Bob left peacefully at home, surrounded by love and care. To the world, he was an Oscar winner, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was everything».
Robert was known for his versatile performances in a wide range of roles, successfully portraying both leading and supporting characters. His breakthrough came in the film «To Kill a Mockingbird» (1962), but he became an icon thanks to his unforgettable portrayal of Tom Hagen in the «Godfather» series, as well as his role as Colonel Kilgore in «Apocalypse Now».
Throughout his career, Duvall received critical acclaim and won numerous awards, including an Oscar for his role in «Tender Mercies». He will always be admired for his ability to immerse himself in characters, bringing authenticity and depth to each role.
In addition to his acting career, Robert had a rich personal life. He was married four times throughout his life; he had no children. He was married to Barbara Benjamin from 1961 to 1981, to Gail Youngs from 1982 to 1986, and to Sharon Brophy from 1991 to 1995. Robert’s fourth wife was Luciana, whom he married in 2005, and they are still together. Continue reading to learn more about his wives.
Duvall met his first wife, Barbara, a former host and dancer on The Jackie Gleason Show, while filming «To Kill a Mockingbird». A native of New York, born on August 10, 1936, she also appeared in the films «Guys and Dolls» (1955) and «The Courtship of Eddie’s Father» (1963), using the name Barbara Brent, according to IMDb.
Barbara had two daughters from a previous marriage—Nancy and Susan. She divorced Duvall in 1975. The actress passed away on September 18, 2019, in New York.
After divorcing Barbara, Duvall married his second wife, Gail, in 1982. The actress from New York, born on October 8, 1952, starred alongside her husband in «Tender Mercies», - which earned Duvall an Oscar for Best Actor. She also appeared in «The Stone Boy» (1984), «The Hunter» (1984), and «The Police Academy» (1990), according to her IMDb. However, their marriage faced difficulties and ultimately ended in divorce in 1986. Details of their relationship remain largely unknown. Gail appears to have no social media presence at this time.
Duvall was married to dancer Sharon from 1991 to 1995. Reports suggest that the actor met Brophy when she was a member of the «Tango Argentino» troupe, and she subsequently became his tango teacher. Little is known about Sharon, as she leads a private life and seems to have no social media presence at this time.
Duvall’s current wife is Luciana, an Argentine actress and director. They first met in 1996 when Duvall was filming in Argentina for «The Seven Percent Solution». Despite a significant age difference—Duvall is nearly four decades older than Pedraza—the couple formed a deep bond that transcended cultural and language barriers.
Duvall and Pedraza eventually married in 2004. Luciana, born in Buenos Aires on January 7, 1972, was a successful actress before transitioning to directing, according to IMDb. Their relationship is notably different from Duvall’s previous marriages, as they are often seen together at events and red carpets, where they show genuine affection and support for one another.
Their shared passion for the arts has undoubtedly played a role in their strong union
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