Award-nominated Actor Frederic Forrest, Known for 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Rose,' Dies at 86

Frederic Forrest, a character actor known for roles in films like Apocalypse Now and The Rose, passed away at his Santa Monica home after a long illness at the age of 86.
Forrest received critical acclaim and award nominations for his performance opposite Bette Midler in the 1979 musical drama The Rose.
He was best known for his frequent collaborations with director Francis Ford Coppola, including his memorable role as Chef in the 1979 epic war film Apocalypse Now.
Forrest had a career spanning film, television, and theater that began in New York City under renowned acting coaches Sanford Meisner and Lee Strasberg.
Tributes have been paid by former co-stars like Bette Midler, who called Forrest "a remarkable actor and a brilliant human being."