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Robert Duvall
Birth at
5 January 1931
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American actor Robert Duvall was born on January 5, 1931 in San Diego, California, in the family of a Navy officer, who later rose to the rank of admiral. Most likely, it is from his father that Robert adopts military restraint and straightening. Together with his family, Robert replaces many different cities in America as a child.
While still in college, Robert became interested in theater, but with a creative career he had to wait - two years Robert Duvall will serve in Korea. After his demobilization,
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American actor Robert Duvall was born on January 5, 1931 in San Diego, California, in the family of a Navy officer, who later rose to the rank of admiral.
Most likely, it is from his father that Robert adopts military restraint and straightening. Together with his family, Robert replaces many different cities in America as a child.
While still in college, Robert became interested in theater, but with a creative career he had to wait - two years Robert Duvall will serve in Korea. After his demobilization, Robert was accepted into a New York troupe led by Sanford Meisner. In this troupe, Duval hones acting skills together with Gene Hackman and Dustin Hoffman.
In 1962, the actor, who had already appeared on television, made his film debut in the film adaptation of the famous novel.
"To Kill a Mockingbird" . This is the beginning of the creative path of a talented actor. The dry manner of play initially alienated many directors, and Robert Duvall did not immediately find his niche in theater and film. On the theatrical stage, he is famous for his role in the play “View from the Bridge” by Arthur Miller, which was directed by Ul Grosbar.
Duval’s initial roles in the film were minor, but they were always remembered by the viewer. In the 70s, film critics began to notice him, and later Americans realized that the images of Robert Duval reached perfection.
Duval starred in many famous directors:
Francis Coppola - in two parts of "The Godfather", George Lucas and Sam Packinp - in the film "Killer Elite". Duval was nominated four times for the Oscar, but he received the award only once - in 1983 for his role in the film Bruce Birsford.
"Gentle Mercy" .
Among the famous films, where the talented actor starred, such as “Scarlet Letter”, “Spoilless Rose”, “A Reason to Talk” and many others.
Robert Duvall was married twice. His first wife was Barbara Brent, and the second was actress Gail Young.