Hollywood Icon Robert Redford Passes Away at 89

Robert Redford, the iconic actor-director famed for his roles in 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and 'All the President's Men,' has died at 89. He passed peacefully in his Utah home, leaving behind a legacy that spans decades in film and television.

Renowned actor and director Robert Redford, celebrated for his legendary roles in films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', 'The Sting', and 'All the President's Men', has died at the age of 89. According to a statement from Cindi Berger, chief executive of Rogers & Cowan PMK, Redford passed away peacefully in his sleep early Tuesday morning at his home in Utah, as reported by Variety.

Redford's contributions to cinema included not just acting but also serving as an executive producer for various projects. His role in 'Avengers: Endgame' saw him returning to the screen as Secretary Alexander Pierce alongside esteemed Marvel stars like Michael Douglas and Tilda Swinton. Among his indie successes was 'A Walk in the Woods', while his performance in 'The Old Man & the Gun' received considerable acclaim in 2018.

Robert Redford's career trajectory began with a debut in the 1962 film 'War Hunt', leading to monumental success in 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid', a landmark film of 1969. His collaborations with director Sydney Pollack and actress Natalie Wood defined the era. In his personal life, Redford was a father to four children with ex-wife Lola Van Wagenen, and he later married Sibylle Szaggars Redford in 2009. Redford's remarkable legacy endures in the annals of Hollywood history. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)