Oscar-winning actor Robert Redford has sadly passed away at the age of 89. The New York Times, reports that Redford passed away in his sleep at his home in Utah on the morning of September 16. Cindi Berger, who is the chief executive of Rogers & Cowan PMK, announced his passing in a statement, but no cause of death was given.
“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,” Berger said in a statement to CNN. “The family requests privacy.”
Redford’s impressive career certainly deserves to be celebrated, so let’s take a look at some of his top movies, his net worth, the Sundance Festival, and more!
Robert Redford Net Worth
GettyAt the time of his death, Redford’s estimated net worth sat at $200 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Along with acting, he built his empire through directing, producing, along with owning production companies.
How Many Awards Has Robert Redford Won?
Photo by Alex Wong/Getty ImagesAcademy Awards (Oscars)
- Best Director (1981) – Ordinary People
- Lifetime Achievement Award (2002)
- Nominations:
- Best Actor – The Sting (1973)
- Best Picture – Quiz Show (1994)
Golden Globe Awards
- Best Director (1981) – Ordinary People
- Best New Star of the Year (1966) – Inside Daisy Clover
- Cecil B. DeMille Award (1994) – Lifetime achievement
BAFTA Awards
- Best Actor Nominee (1969) – Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Emmy Awards
- Nomination (1963) – Outstanding Performance in a Supporting Role by an Actor for The Voice of Charlie Pont.
Other Major Honors and Awards
- Kennedy Center Honors (2005)
- Presidential Medal of Freedom (2016)
- Directors Guild of America Award (1980) – Outstanding Directorial Achievement for Ordinary People.
- Screen Actors Guild Lifetime Achievement Award (1995).
- Honorary César Award (2019)
The Sundance Festival
GettyIn 1969, Redford starred in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, which kicked off a legendary festival. At the same time, he purchased 5,000 acres in Utah and went on to open Sundance Mountain Resort to the public.
In 1980, the Sundance Institute was formed and in 1981, they held their first lab for 17 independent filmmakers.
The first film festival was held in 1985, initially known as the 1985 U.S. Film Festival, but later renamed the Sundance Film Festival. And since 1991,
CODA became the first Sundance film to win an Oscar for Best Picture at the 94th Academy Awards. Institute-supported documentaries have won 20 Oscars, according to the Festival’s website. And with that, Coda became the first Sundance film to win an Oscar for Best Picture in 2022.
