Robert Redford, Hollywood Icon, Dies at 89

Robert Redford, the legendary Hollywood actor, director, and producer, passed away at 89 at his home in Utah. Rising to fame with Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, he became one of the most recognized stars in the world. Redford won a Best Director Oscar for Ordinary People and co-founded the Sundance Institute and Film Festival, shaping independent cinema for decades. Beyond film, he championed environmental causes and voiced liberal political views, critiquing the Trump administration. Known for his privacy, talent, and integrity, Redford leaves a lasting legacy across entertainment, activism, and culture.