ABC News reports that Robert Redford has passed away.

Robert Redford, the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker who at his peak was simultaneously one of Hollywood's most critically lauded directors and bankable leading men, has died at age 89.

"Robert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah -- the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his representative confirmed to ABC News. "The family requests privacy."

In a career that spanned more than six decades, Redford was known as much for his memorable performances in movie classics including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," "Jeremiah Johnson," "The Sting," "The Way We Were," "All the President's Men" and "The Natural," as he was as an Academy Award-winning filmmaker, directing critically acclaimed works like "Ordinary People," "A River Runs Through It" and "Quiz Show." Redford also co-founded the annual Sundance Film Festival, in support of independent filmmakers, and was an outspoken supporter of progressive politics, civil rights and environmentalism.

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ABC News reports slope that Robert Redford has passed away.

Robert Redford, the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker who at his peak was simultaneously one of Hollywood's most critically lauded directors and bankable leading men, has died at age 89.

"Robert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah -- the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved. He will be missed greatly," his representative confirmed to ABC News. "The family requests privacy."

In a career that spanned more than six decades, Redford was known as much for his memorable performances in movie classics including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," "Jeremiah Johnson," "The Sting," "The Way We Were," "All the President's Men" and "The Natural," as he was as an Academy Award-winning filmmaker, directing critically acclaimed works like "Ordinary People," "A River Runs Through It" and "Quiz Show." Redford also co-founded the annual Sundance Film Festival, in support of independent filmmakers, and was an outspoken supporter of progressive politics, civil rights and environmentalism.

Robert Redford, the acclaimed actor and director, passed away at the age of 89 on September 16, 2025, at his home in Sundance, Utah. Known for iconic films such as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Sting," he also made significant contributions to cinema as the co-founder of the Sundance Film Festival, supporting independent filmmakers throughout his illustrious career.

One of the GOATs. So many great movies: The Natural, The Sting, Indecent Proposal and Barefoot in the Park being my favorites. R.I.P.