Frederic Forrest, known for roles in "Apocalypse Now" and "The Rose," died on Friday. He was 86.

"Freddie Forrest's passing is a big loss," Forrest's longtime friend and fellow actor, Barry Primus, told Fox News Digital. 

"He was so unique, both as a brilliant actor, and as the sweet, endearing person that he was. He had such an eye for eccentric characters, both in life and in his work. When you hired Freddie for a part, you got the whole package."

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Primus confirmed that Forrest died "at home, peacefully, after a long illness. Helen Sanders, his loving friend, was at his side when he passed."