Robert Redford, the acclaimed actor, director, and producer, has died at the age of 89.
U.S. media outlets report that the screen legend passed away peacefully in his sleep early Tuesday morning at his Utah residence.
His longtime publicist, Cindi Berger, released a statement confirming the news, noting that Redford was at his Sundance home with family present. “He will be missed greatly,” Berger said, while also asking for privacy for the family.
Born Charles Robert Redford Jr. on August 18, 1936, in Santa Monica, California, he rose to prominence after his breakout role alongside Paul Newman in the 1969 Western Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
Beyond acting, Redford built a remarkable career behind the camera, winning an Academy Award for Best Director and co-founding the Sundance Film Festival, which grew into one of the most important stages for independent filmmakers worldwide.
He was also deeply committed to environmental causes, dedicating years to protecting Utah’s natural landscapes and resources.
Over a career spanning six decades, Redford shaped Hollywood as both a performer and a filmmaker, leaving behind an enduring legacy in cinema and activism.
