Robert Redford, Oscar-winning director, actor and indie patriarch, dies at 89
Summary
Oscar-winning director and actor Robert Redford, known for his roles in iconic films and founding the Sundance Institute to support independent cinema, has died at 89 at his home in Utah. He was also an environmental advocate and influential figure in Hollywood.
Key Points
- Robert Redford, Oscar-winning director and actor, died at his home in Sundance, Utah, at age 89.
- He was renowned for starring in iconic films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and directing 'Ordinary People'.
- Redford founded the Sundance Institute and Festival, which became a major platform for independent filmmakers.
- He was also an environmental advocate involved with legislation like the Clean Air Act and served on the Natural Resources Defense Council.
