Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures. Robert Redford, the Academy Award-winning actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, has passed away at the age of 89.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The sad news was confirmed by his longtime publicist, Cindi Berger, who shared that Redford died peacefully in his sleep at his home in the Utah mountains, surrounded by loved ones. \u201cRobert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance \u2014 the place he loved, with the people he loved. He will be missed greatly,\u201d Berger said in a statement, adding that the family has requested privacy during this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Known for unforgettable performances in classics like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid<\/em>, The Sting<\/em>, All the President\u2019s Men<\/em>, and Out of Africa<\/em>, Redford also earned an Academy Award for Best Director for Ordinary People<\/em> in 1981. His influence on film stretched far beyond the screen, thanks to his creation of the Sundance Film Festival, which gave countless independent filmmakers a platform to share their stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following news of his passing, condolences poured in from across the world, including from former President Donald Trump. \u201cRobert Redford had a series of years where there was nobody better,\u201d Trump said, calling him a remarkable talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Continue reading on next page\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n While Trump offered kind words after Redford\u2019s passing, the two men did not always see eye to eye. Redford, who was outspoken about American politics, frequently shared his thoughts on Trump\u2019s rise to power and time in office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In 2015, during an interview with Larry King, Redford admitted he found Trump to be a disruptive figure in politics. \u201cI\u2019m glad he\u2019s in there, because him being the way he is shakes things up \u2014 and that\u2019s needed,\u201d Redford said, though his spokesperson later clarified that the actor\u2019s words were not an endorsement, but rather an observation of Trump\u2019s impact on the political stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As Trump\u2019s presidency unfolded, Redford became more direct in his criticism. In a 2019 Washington Post<\/em> op-ed, he expressed concern about the state of American democracy. \u201cIt is painfully clear we have a president who degrades everything he touches,\u201d Redford wrote, arguing that the true power to hold leaders accountable lies in the hands of voters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That same year, in another essay for NBC News, Redford warned of \u201ca crisis I never thought I\u2019d see in my lifetime: a dictator-like attack by President Donald Trump on everything this country stands for.\u201d He emphasized that while it was fair to give any elected leader a chance, Trump had undermined core democratic values, including the rule of law and freedom of the press.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite his criticisms of Trump, Redford\u2019s words were always rooted in his deep belief in democracy and the role of citizens in shaping the nation\u2019s future. His passion for truth, justice, and artistic expression defined not only his career but also his public life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Robert Redford leaves behind a legacy that spans decades of film, advocacy, and cultural influence. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, who carry forward his spirit of creativity and resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The world has lost a storyteller, a visionary, and a man unafraid to speak his mind. Rest in peace, Robert Redford \u2014 your impact will continue to inspire generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What are your favorite memories of Robert Redford \u2014 on screen or beyond? Share your thoughts and tributes in the comments below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hollywood is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures. Robert Redford, the Academy Award-winning actor, director, and…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1572,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1571","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-story"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1571","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1571"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1571\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1573,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1571\/revisions\/1573"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1572"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1571"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1571"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tbdig.com\/sirbenet\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1571"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}A Complicated Relationship with Trump<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
An Enduring Legacy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n