Reese Witherspoon has remembered Robert Duvall as a "wonderful gentleman" following his death

Reese feels fortunate she had the opportunity to share the screen with The Godfather star Robert, praising him as an "extraordinary actor".

She wrote on her Instagram Stories: "I feel very lucky that I got to work with Robert Duvall in this lifetime.

"What an extraordinary actor ... and a wonderful gentleman."

Reese also admitted the late Hollywood star's legacy will "live on through his wonderful performances".

She added: "His legacy will live on through his wonderful performances. God rest his soul."

Reese's tribute comes after several stars have fondly remembered Duvall, who also appeared in movies Apocalypse Now, The Chase, Bullitt and True Grit as well as sitcom M*A*S*H.

Jane Seymour recently admitted she felt privileged to work with the late star on 1995 drama film The Stars Fell on Henrietta.

She wrote on Instagram: "There are actors who perform, and there are actors who inhabit a role completely. Robert Duvall did the latter. His presence on screen carried honesty, weight, and grace.

"James Keach and I had the privilege of working with him on The Stars Fell on Henrietta, and we were able to share in his love of barbecue and even a little tango. Those moments off camera were just as memorable as the work itself.

"I'm thankful for the moments shared and for the artistry he gave the world. He will be greatly missed. Sending my deepest condolences to his family. [heart emoji] (sic)"

Walton Goggins - who appeared alongside Duvall in 1997 drama film The Apostle - has hailed Robert Duvall as the "greatest storyteller of all time".

Alongside a series of throwback photos of them together, Walton wrote on Instagram: "The celestial light just lost its glow..It certainly did for me.

"Bobby Duvall, the greatest storyteller of all time just left us. He was my friend. My mentor. I've had these photos with me for 30 years. They were taken by the still photographer on the set of THE APOSTLE, the movie he wrote and directed. I was 24. The privilege of getting to work with this man, to know this man is still the most important experience of my life.

"He was my North Star, my hero. He knew it. He gave me permission, afforded me the privilege of never having to leave his side while we were working... we maintained a deep friendship for years after. He didn't have to do that. But he did. He had that effect on a lot of people... but this was my story. I love you Bobby. Thank you for changing my life. Sammy (sic)"