Obituary of Robert Forster

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Robert Forster

Robert Forster (born July 13th, 1941 in Rochester, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for being a great actor in his role as Captain Dan Holland in the movie "The Black Hole". Robert died on October 11, 2019 and his death was because of brain cancer. He was 78 when he passed.

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Robert Forster Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Forster, Robert
    • Common Name: Robert Forster
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Rochester, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: July 13, 1941
    • Age: 78 (at death)
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Reeses Peanut Butter Cups
    • Favorite Color: Aqua
    • Favorite Scent: Tom Ford Noir Extreme
    • Favorite Actor: Sophia Loren

    Robert's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert Wallace Foster Jr.
    • Father: Robert Wallace Foster Sr.
    • Mother: Grace Dorothy Foster (née Montanarella)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Zivia Foster (married 1978-divorced 1980)
      • June Provenzano (married 14 May 1966-divorced 1975)
    • Son(s):
      • Robert Forster Jr. (born 1965, from a previous relationship)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Elizabeth Forster (born 1967)
      • Kathrine "Kate" Forster (born 1969)
      • Maeghen Forster (born 1972)

Death Notice:

  • Date: October 11 2019 at age 78
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Brain cancer

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on July 13th Born in 1941 Born in New York Died in 2019 Died at age 78 Died from Brain cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Always something new, always something I didn't expect, and sometimes it isn't horrible."

"If I can't joke about imminent death, then I might as well just resign."

"[about luck in the movie business] I'm not sure how a guy wins or loses in this business, but somebody's got to come along and make you lucky. You can't do it yourself." (IMDB)

"Robert Forster was a legendary actor who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with his talent, charm, and dedication, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations. (V)"

"Robert Forster was a highly acclaimed and prolific actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career, showcasing his talents and leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Sadly, his sudden death shocked and saddened his fans and colleagues. (V)"

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