Robert Forster (1941–2019), actor was Oscar-nominated for “Jackie Brown”

Robert Forster  was known for his performances in movies including “Jackie Brown” and “Mulholland Drive” as well as TV shows “Breaking Bad” and “Twin Peaks.” The veteran actor began his career in the 1960s with a Broadway role in “Mrs. Dally Has a Lover” and early films including “Reflections in a Golden Eye” and “Medium Cool.” He had prominent roles in the TV series “Banyon” and “Nakia,” but after a promising start, his career began to stall, and he had trouble getting roles. After some years of struggle, Forster received a welcome career boost when director Quentin Tarantino cast him as bail bondsman Max Cherry in “Jackie Brown.” Forster’s performance earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.