Robert Duvall, Actor Known For 'The Godfather' And 'Tender Mercies,' Dead At 95Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor and director known for his timeless roles in films including "The Godfather," "Apocalypse Now" and "Tender Mercies," died peacefully in his Virginia home on Sunday at the age of 95, according to his family.The Hollywood giant, also famous for playing a Texas ranger in the "Lonesome Dove" miniseries, left behind a massive portfolio of rugged characters played over the last six decades. In a Facebook post on Monday, his wife Luciana said the legendary actor passed "surrounded by love and comfort.""His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court," she said in a statement. "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."See All UpdatesClose