Robert Redford, actor and director, dies at 89

Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor and director celebrated for his performances in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and “All the President’s Men,” has passed away at the age of 89, as confirmed by his publicist, Cindi Berger. Redford died on September 16, 2025, at his residence in Sundance, Utah, with his family by his side. The family asks for privacy during this time.

In addition to acting, Redford directed films such as “Ordinary People” and “A River Runs Through It.” He established the Sundance Institute to support independent film and theater and was committed to environmental causes. He continued acting in his later years, appearing in “Our Souls at Night” and “The Old Man & the Gun.”

Born in Santa Monica in 1936, Redford relocated to Utah in 1961, where he built a cabin and connected with nature. He starred alongside Paul Newman in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and directed “Ordinary People,” earning an Oscar for Best Director.

In 1981, Redford founded the Sundance Institute, combining his love for film and the environment. The Sundance Film Festival evolved into a key venue for independent filmmakers. Redford was awarded an honorary Oscar in 2002 and remained engaged in storytelling and environmental advocacy throughout his life.

He is survived by his wife, daughters Shauna Redford Schlosser and Amy Redford, and seven grandchildren.