Robert Forster was an American actor who is best known for Jackie Brown, Mulholland Drive, and The Black Hole.
Personal and Family Life
Born Robert Wallace Foster Jr. on July 13, 1941, in Rochester, New York, he was of English, Irish, and Italian descent. Robert grew up in a family of artists; his father worked in various roles, including as an elephant trainer, while his mother was a homemaker. He had three children from previous marriages, and at the time of his death, he was in a long-term relationship with Denise Grayson.
Career Highlights
Forster developed an interest in acting in high school and later pursued it at several colleges. He gained notable success in the late 1990s, particularly for his role as Max Cherry in Quentin Tarantino’s Jackie Brown, which earned him an Academy Award nomination. Throughout his career, he played memorable characters in both films and television, often portraying law enforcement officials.
Death and Legacy
Robert Forster passed away on October 11, 2019, due to brain cancer at the age of 78 in Los Angeles, California. His last film, El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, was released on the same day he died. He is remembered for his deep voice and sturdy performances, leaving a legacy as a distinguished actor in Hollywood.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jackie Brown | 1997-12-25 | Max Cherry |
| Lucky Number Slevin | 2006-02-24 | Murphy |
| Mulholland Drive | 2001-06-06 | Detective McKnight |
| The Black Hole | 1979-12-18 | Captain Dan Holland |
| Supernova | 2000-01-14 | A.J. Marley |
| Human Nature | 2001-09-12 | Nathan’s Father |
| Me, Myself & Irene | 2000-06-22 | Colonel Partington |
| Breaking Bad | 2008-01-20 | Ed |
| Amsterdam | 2011-09-09 | Scott Thorson |
| Better Call Saul | 2015-02-08 | Ed |