Robert Redford, oscar-Winning Actor and Environmental Advocate, Dies⁢ at 89

Los Angeles, California – September 16, 2025 – Robert Redford, ‍the iconic actor, director, and staunch environmentalist, has died at the age of 89. The news was confirmed by his‌ publicist, ⁤Sara Paulson, on⁢ Monday, marking the end of⁢ a celebrated career spanning seven decades.

Redford’s passing represents a significant loss to the film industry and the environmental movement. A defining figure of New⁢ Hollywood, he captivated audiences with roles in classics ⁤like Butch Cassidy ‍and the Sundance kid (1969) and The Sting (1973), winning ‍an Academy Award for ⁤directing Ordinary People in 1980.⁤ Beyond his on-screen achievements, Redford dedicated considerable effort to conservation, founding The​ Redford center in ⁢2005 to harness the power of film for environmental advocacy.

Born August 17, 1936, in Santa Monica, California, Redford began his acting career in television before transitioning​ to film. He quickly rose to prominence with roles‍ that ofen portrayed ⁣charismatic ‍outsiders and anti-heroes. His directorial debut,Ordinary People,garnered critical acclaim and solidified his reputation as a multifaceted talent.

Throughout his career, Redford remained committed to independent filmmaking, founding the Sundance Institute ⁢in 1981. The institute,and its associated Sundance Film Festival,became⁣ a crucial platform for emerging filmmakers and ⁣a⁣ champion of diverse voices in cinema.

In 2005, Redford extended his activism by establishing The Redford Center, an organization dedicated‌ to producing and‍ distributing environmental films and fostering ‌dialogue around critical environmental issues. ​He believed in ​the ​power of storytelling to inspire action and create lasting change.

Details regarding memorial services have not ⁣yet⁣ been announced. His legacy ⁢as a cinematic innovator and ‌passionate ⁤advocate for ⁤the‌ planet will undoubtedly endure.