Robert Duvall
Actor and director of The Godfather
Born
January 5th, 1931
94 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor and director, active since the 1950s. Gained prominence with the role of Tom Hagen in 'The Godfather' and its sequels. Played key roles in numerous films, including 'Apocalypse Now', 'The Natural', and 'Tender Mercies', the latter winning an Academy Award for Best Actor. Worked extensively in theater as well, earning commendation for stage performances. Duvall also directed several films, demonstrating versatility in filmmaking. Contributed to both independent and mainstream cinema, consistently recognized for impactful performances.
Portrayed Tom Hagen in The Godfather series
Won Academy Award for Best Actor for Tender Mercies
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