American Oscar-winning actor passes away Aged 89

The Hollywood Oscar-winning actor and director Robert Redford died in his sleep at the age of 89, but no specific cause was provided, as reported by Caliber.Az, citing The New York Times.

The artist is best known for his participation in the films Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, Three Days of the Condor, All the President's Men, Ordinary People, and Out of Africa.

Redford was not only a celebrated actor but also a pioneering filmmaker and environmental activist. He founded the Sundance Film Festival in 1981, which became one of the most prestigious independent film festivals worldwide, helping launch the careers of countless filmmakers. In Hollywood, Redford was also revered for his dedication to independent cinema, which challenged the mainstream studio system and broadened the scope of American filmmaking.

His influence extended beyond cinema; he was deeply committed to environmental conservation, using his platform to advocate for nature preservation and sustainability.

In 2002, Redford received an honorary Oscar, with academy organizers citing him as “actor, director, producer, creator of Sundance, inspiration to independent and innovative filmmakers everywhere.”

By Khagan Isayev