Bette Midler, his former costar, shared the news on Twitter.
The great and beloved Frederic Forrest has died, Midler, 77,wrote Friday.
Thank you to all of his fans and friends for all their support these last few months.
Frederic ForrestPeter Sorel /American Broadcasting Companies via Getty Images
He was at peace.
His loss is heartbreaking to me.
Midler and Forrest starred in theThe Rose(1979), with Forrest portraying her limousine-driver-turned-love-interest, Huston Dyer.
The role earned Forrest Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for Best Supporting Actor.
He then headed to New York, where he studied under Sanford Meisner, an accomplished actor and teacher.
He performed in such Off-Broadway productions as Viet Rock, Silhouettes and Futz!
before moving to Los Angeles.
He followed with small roles inThe Conversation(1974), also directed by Coppola.
His last on-screen appearance was inAll The Kings Menin 2006.
He was married to Nancy Ann Whittaker from 1960 to 1963 and actress Marilu Henner from 1980 to 1983.
The great and beloved Frederic Forrest has died.
Thank you to all of his fans and friends for all their support these last few months.
He was at peace.
