Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director, and a towering figure in American cinema, died today at the age of 89 at his home in Utah. His publicist, Cindi Berger, confirmed Redford passed away in his sleep. No specific cause of death was announced.
Rising to fame in the 1960s and ’70s, Redford starred in such classics as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, All the President’s Men, and The Way We Were. He cemented his legacy behind the camera with his Oscar win for Best Director for Ordinary People (1980), also producing and directing many others.
Beyond acting and directing, Redford was a vital advocate for independent film, founding the Sundance Institute and the Sundance Film Festival. He was also known for his environmental activism. His influence stretched far, impacting generations of actors, filmmakers and audiences alike.
