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Robert Redford, Legendary Actor and Director, Dies at 89
Robert Redford — the beloved actor, Academy Award-winning director, and cultural icon — has died at the age of 89. His death was confirmed by Cindi Berger, CEO of Rogers & Cowan PMK, who told The New York Times that Redford passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Utah on September 16, 2025. No cause of death has been specified.
Tributes have poured in from across the entertainment world and beyond, honoring the man affectionately known as “The Sundance Kid.” Among them was a statement from former President Donald Trump, reflecting the broad reach of Redford’s influence.
Redford’s career spanned more than six decades and included some of Hollywood’s most enduring classics. He starred in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), The Sting (1973), All the President’s Men (1976), and Out of Africa (1985). In 1981, he won the Academy Award for Best Director for his debut feature, Ordinary People, further solidifying his place as a multifaceted force in American cinema.
Beyond his acting and directing achievements, Redford left an indelible mark on independent film through the founding of the Sundance Film Festival, which became one of the world’s premier platforms for emerging filmmakers.
As the news of his passing spreads, fans, colleagues, and admirers continue to celebrate his extraordinary legacy — one defined not only by his artistry on screen but also by his vision, activism, and commitment to storytelling.