Tributes began to pour in for Duvall after news broke of his death.
American comedian and actor Adam Sandler posted photographs of the two from their time together shooting the 2022 film Hustle.
"Funny as hell. Strong as hell. One of the greatest actors we ever had. Such a great man to talk to and laugh with ... sending his wife Luciana and all his family and friends our condolences."
Oscar winner Jamie Lee-Curtis also posted a tribute on Instagram with a picture of Duvall as Tom Hagen in The Godfather.
"The greatest consigliere the screen has ever seen. Bravo, Robert Duvall."
Co-star, Robert Patrick, who played the son of Duvall's character in the 2013 film Jayne Mansfield's Car said he was "gutted".
"Over the years I would call Bobby and we'd talk movies and barbecue. He loved barbecue and I'd always let him know when I was having it in Lockhart, Texas."
"I will miss Bobby. I will always be proud that I got to play his son. Rest in peace my friend."
The statement from Duvall's wife continued: "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."
Jazzlike-Ad-7170 on February 16th, 2026 at 18:23 UTC »
His side eye look when they are about to kill tessio is probably by favourite expression ever
JJKingwolf on February 16th, 2026 at 18:21 UTC »
He lived a long, full life and had a remarkable career. When I think about aging, I often consider the perspective of his character, Hub MCann, from Secondhand Lions. It's easy to feel like our best days are behind us and seek to put ourselves out to pasture before we suffer the indignity of being forced there, but there's so much value and meaning to life that can only be truly experienced in later years.
Educating younger generations, imparting wisdom, passing on a legacy or even just sharing the warmth and companionship of loved ones provides more depth and richness to life than can possibly be described through mere words. I hope that in his final years, even as his professional career lay behind him, that Robert Duvall got the opportunity to experience and appreciate this on a personal level.
lilsmutking on February 16th, 2026 at 18:19 UTC »
One of the best to ever do it. He was fantastic in a lot of things, but his performance in Tender Mercies might be his best.