I've dreaded this day. One of my favorite actors of all time. Too many classic roles and movies to name. RIP
https://www.npr.org/2026/02/16/1133879591/robert-duvall-dead-obituary?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us (https://www.npr.org/2026/02/16/1133879591/robert-duvall-dead-obituary?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us)
Charlie don't surf
RIP Lt Col Kilgore
So many legendary movies to choose from. Rest in peace.
While it has been said many times, it is worth repeating: Many entertainers and actors are called "great" by the media. In the current age, these plaudits are quickly given. But the ranks of the truly great, those whose body of work over decades consistently achieves artistic excellence is extremely small. Duvall belongs in this category.
Amazing actor...
Quote from: Tripoli on February 17, 2026, 08:24:47 AMWhile it has been said many times, it is worth repeating: Many entertainers and actors are called "great" by the media. In the current age, these plaudits are quickly given. But the ranks of the truly great, those whose body of work over decades consistently achieves artistic excellence is extremely small. Duvall belongs in this category.
Multiplied by range. Mobster, cowboy/gunfighter, Eichmann, Stalin (!) (I want to see that one), Ike (!!) warts and all, GENERAL LEE (!!!)... I'm pretty sure that's only about 1/3 his range. Maybe 1/4.