Robert Redford | Source: Getty Images
Hollywood Stars Mourning the Death of Robert Redford
Tributes have been pouring in since the news of the Hollywood giant's recent passing broke. From Meryl Streep to Ron Howard, they've all taken the time to honor his legacy.
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Robert Redford, the critically acclaimed star of "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Out of Africa," has died. The legendary actor passed away in his sleep on Tuesday morning, September 16, 2025, at his home in Utah. He was 89.
Robert Redford walks the red carpet ahead of the "Our Souls At Night" screening during the 74th Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2017, in Venice, Italy. | Source: Getty Images
In a statement to multiple media outlets, his rep. Cindi Berger confirmed his death. "Robert Redford passed away on Sept. 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah — the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved," Berger said. "He will be missed greatly. The family requests privacy."
Sundance Institute President Robert Redford during the Day One Press Conference for 2015 Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2015, in Park City, Utah. | Source: Getty Images
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After the news broke, his "Out of Africa" co-star Meryl Streep paid her respects. "One of the lions has passed," the actress said in a statement to PEOPLE. "Rest in peace my lovely friend."
Robert Redford and Meryl Streep on the set of Out of Africa based on the book by Karen Blixen and Judith Thurman, circa 1985. | Source: Getty Images
Author Stephen King also paid tribute to "The Horse Whisperer" star. "Robert Redford has passed away. He was part of a new and exciting Hollywood in the 70s and 80s. Hard to believe he was 89," he wrote on X.
Robert Redford poses for a portrait in a studio, circa 1960. | Source: Getty Images
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"Our film, 'CODA,' came to the attention of everyone because of Sundance. And Sundance happened because of Robert Redford. A genius has passed. RIP Robert," actress Marlee Matlin penned.
Robert Redford holding his Best Actor Oscar for the film "Ordinary People" at the 53rd Academy Awards on March 31, 1981, Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Redford founded the Sundance Film Institute in 1981 to support independent filmmakers, composers, and theater artists. The nonprofit has hosted the Sundance Film Festival ever since. Like Matlin, Ron Howard also acknowledged its impact and importance.
Robert Redford attends Sundance Institute's 'An Artist at the Table Presented by IMDbPro' at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2020, in Park City, Utah. | Source: Getty Images
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"#RIP & thank you RobertRedford, a tremendously influential cultural figure for the creative choices made as an actor/producer/director & for launching the Sundance Film Festival which supercharged America's Independent Film movement. Artistic Gamechanger," the filmmaker wrote.
Robert Redford attends the Premiere of "All Is Lost" during the 66th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 22, 2013, in Cannes, France. | Source: Getty Images
Leonardo DiCaprio also joined the score of celebrities remembering Redford. "His unwavering commitment to protecting our planet and inspiring change matched his immense talent," the "Inception" star said. "His impact will endure for generations to come."
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