Robert Redford, film icon, Oscar-winning director and activist, dead at 89

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

Beyond acting, Redford directed films like “Ordinary People” and “A River Runs Through It.” He founded the Sundance Institute to support independent film and theater and was dedicated 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 moved to Utah in 1961, where he built a cabin and embraced nature. He starred with Paul Newman in “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” and directed “Ordinary People,” winning an Oscar for Best Director.

In 1981, Redford established the Sundance Institute, merging his passion for film and the environment. The Sundance Film Festival became a significant platform for independent filmmakers. Redford received an honorary Oscar in 2002 and remained active in storytelling and environmental advocacy throughout his life.

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