What role did Robert Duvall play in the 1988 film Colors? Details explored after veteran actor dies at 95

Robert Duvall was an iconic actor, director, and overall presence in the film industry. His role as Officer Bob Hodges in Denis Hopper’s 1988 Colors has certainly stood the test of time as one of his finest performances. In the film, he plays a veteran police officer attempting to navigate racism and gang violence in Los Angeles. Interestingly, many of the same themes exist in today’s society.

In the latest news about the film icon, Robert Duvall passed away at the age of 95 on February 15. His wife, Luciana Duvall, confirmed the news via a Facebook post on her husband’s account.

“Yesterday we said goodbye to my beloved husband, cherished friend, and one of the greatest actors of our time. Bob passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love and comfort.”

Her statement continued,

“To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything. His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court. 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.”

Robert Duvall is survived by his wife alone, as the actor never had any children of his own.

Robert Duvall's health before passing, and more

At the time of this report, the underlying reason behind Robert Duvall’s passing remains unclear. Though several publications have reached out to Duvall’s family, there is no concrete evidence supporting a substantiated cause of death.

In a clip shared to Facebook in December 2025, the actor seemed healthy and in good spirits, even doing bicep curls to show his remaining vigor. The video was accompanied by the following message,

“I enjoy having a routine. Though I never went to the gym to get in shape for films. I preferred tennis, swimming, or horseback riding to keep me in shape.”

Duvall and his current wife, Luciana Pedraza, were married in 2005. Luciana is an Argentine actress and director who reportedly met almost a decade before their nuptials.

Robert Duvall’s impressive body of work over several decades in the business earned him several accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Actor category in 1983 for his standout performance in Tender Mercies. He also received four Golden Globe nominations, two Emmy nominations, and various other awards and nominations.

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