In addition to actor and director, Hollywood star was one of the greatest advocates of independent cinema; He founded the Sundance Film Festival, one of the world’s most important events for aspiring filmmakers
The world of cinema lost, an icon of the seventh art, which died on Tuesday (16), at his home in Utah, at the age of 89. The news was confirmed by his advisor, Cindi Berger, to the newspaper The New York Times. The cause of death was not disclosed, but Redford passed away while sleeping.
Known for his charisma, beauty and a talent that transcended generations, Redford built a striking career in the front and behind the cameras. He has become one of the most recognizable faces in cinema, starring some of the most acclaimed films of his time.
Of the unforgettable heartthrob to the award -winning director
Redford’s rise to the star began in the 1960s. His role as the fugitive Sundance Kid, alongside Paul Newman in “Butch Cassidy” (1969), cemented his image of charming antihero and secured a place in the pantheon. The partnership with Newman was a resounding success, repeated in “Master’s blow” (1973), playing Johnny Hooker, in the movie that earned him an nomination for best actor and became a cultured classic.
He also demonstrated a talent for more serious roles, playing journalist Bob Woodward in “All Men of the President” (1976), a political suspense that exposed the Watergate scandal. The film has consolidated his reputation not only as a heartthrob, but also as a heavy actor.
After two decades as one of Hollywood’s largest stars, Redford ventured into the direction, showing a new facet of his genius. His debut as director, “People like us” (1980), was a critical and public success, earning him the Oscar for best direction. The film also won the best movie award.
A legacy beyond the screens
In addition to his contribution to the cinema as an actor and director, Redford left a lasting legacy as one of the greatest advocates of independent cinema. He gave rise to the Sundance Film Festival, an event that became one of the most important in the world for aspiring filmmakers, launching the career of many talents that shaped industry in recent decades.
Born on August 18, 1936, in Santa Monica, California, Charles Robert Redford Jr. was also a committed environmental activist. Living in Utah, he dedicated himself to preserving the natural landscape and the resources of his state.
