Is Robert Redford still alive? Why you don't hear from the actor anymore
If you love old-school movies, you might have seen classics like Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid and Barefoot in the Park. These movies received critical acclaim thanks to their stellar cast. Among the stars in the films was American actor Robert Redford. He is known for his charisma, which has made him a fan favourite. However, he has disappeared from the limelight for quite a while, leaving many wondering, "Is Robert Redford still alive?".
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Profile summary
- Is Robert Redford still alive?
- Is Robert Redford still alive, and if so, how old is he?
- He announced his retirement as an actor in 2018
- He unexpectedly returned to an existing role
- He steps back from the Sundance Film Festival spotlight
- What's going on with Robert Redford in 2024?
- Who is Robert Redford's partner?
- How did Robert Redford lose his sons?
- What is Robert Redford's net worth?
- What illness does Robert Redford have?
- Quick facts about Robert Redford
Charles Robert Redford Jr is an actor and filmmaker from the United States. He has received numerous honours, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, two Golden Globe Awards, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In addition, Time magazine named him one of the world's 100 most influential people in 2014.
Profile summary
| Full name | Charles Robert Redford Jr |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 18 August 1936 |
| Age | 87 years old (as of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Place of birth | Santa Monica, California, U.S.A |
| Current residence | Utah, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Mixed |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Height | 5'10" (179 cm) |
| Weight | 169 (77 kgs) |
| Hair colour | Blonde |
| Eye colour | Blue |
| Mother | Martha Woodruff Redford |
| Father | Charles Robert Redford |
| Marital status | Married |
| Wife | Sibylle Szaggars (m. 2009) |
| Children | 4 |
| School | Van Nuys High School |
| College | University of Colorado Boulder Pratt Institute, American Academy of Dramatic Arts |
| Profession | Actor, filmmaker |
| Net worth | $200 million |
Is Robert Redford still alive?
His absence in the scene has led to curiosity about his whereabouts. So, why isn't the actor heard from anymore? And what is Robert Redford doing these days? Here is what you need to know about him.
Is Robert Redford still alive, and if so, how old is he?
The American actor and filmmaker is still alive. He celebrated his 87th birthday on 18 August 2023.
He announced his retirement as an actor in 2018
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The Academy Award winner announced his retirement from acting during an interview in 2018. Robert Redford told CBS News that his role in the film The Old Man and the Gun was his final.
He stated that his retirement was due to age and that he had been in the industry since he was 21. He also added that he was only retiring from acting and not from the industry entirely.
Redford revealed during a red-carpet interview just one month after announcing his retirement from acting that his decision was not final. According to Variety, when asked about his retirement, the actor stated that his announcement was a mistake and that he should not have said anything about it.
Robert stated that if he were to retire, he would do so quietly because making an announcement would draw too much attention.
He unexpectedly returned to an existing role
A year after The Old Man and the Gun was released, Redford made a surprise cameo in 2019. He also voiced the comedy film Omniboat: A Fast Boat Fantasia.
According to his IMDb profile, the actor boasts a film and TV series resume with 83 appearances. Some of his acting credits include:
| Year | Film/TV series | Role |
| 2020 | Omniboat: A Fast Boat Fantasia | Lokia the Dolphin Monster (Voice) |
| 2019 | Avengers: Endgame | Alexander Pierce |
| 2018 | Buttons, A New Musical Film | Narrator (Voice) |
| 2018 | The Old Man & the Gun | Forrest Tucker |
| 2017 | Our Souls at Night | Louis Waters |
| 2017 | Arena | Narrator (Voice) |
| 2017 | The Discovery | Thomas |
| 2016 | Pete's Dragon | Meacham |
| 2016 | One More Chance | Robert Redford |
| 2015 | Truth | Dan Rather |
He steps back from the Sundance Film Festival spotlight
In January 2019, Redford announced that he would no longer be involved in the Sundance Film Festival in the same capacity. He announced his departure from the spotlight at the Sundance Film Festival but provided little explanation for his decision.
What's going on with Robert Redford in 2024?
He is still producing and directing. In interviews about his retirement from acting, Robert has stated that he is still interested in directing. He has 56 productions and 10 directorial credits. Some of his recent works include:
As a producer
| Year | Film/TV series |
| 2023 | All Illusions Must Be Broken |
| 2022 | Dark Winds |
| 2014-2020 | Death Row Stories |
| 2020 | Public Trust |
| 2020 | The Mustangs: America's Wild Horses |
| 2019 | The Mustang |
| 2018 | The Old Man & the Gun |
| 2018 | Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché |
| 2018 | Momentum Generation |
| 2017 | American Epic |
As a director
| Year | Film/TV series |
| 2014 | Cathedrals of Culture |
| 2012 | The Company You Keep |
| 2010 | The Conspirator |
| 2007 | Lions for Lambs |
| 2000 | The Legend of Bagger Vance |
| 1998 | The Horse Whisperer |
| 1994 | Quiz Show |
| 1992 | A River Runs Through It |
| 1998 | The Milagro Beanfield War |
| 1980 | Ordinary People |
Who is Robert Redford's partner?
Robert is married to Sibylle Szaggars. They got married in July 2009 in Hamburg, Germany. Robert Redford's partner is a German-born multimedia environmental artist. Her artistic work includes painting with oil and taking pictures during her trips to Morocco.
Robert Redford was previously married to Lola Van Wagenen in Las Vegas. They had four children:
- Scott Anthony Redford (1 September 1959 – 17 November 1959)
- Shauna Jean Redford (born 15 November 1960)
- David James Redford (5 May 1962 – 16 October 2020)
- Amy Hart Redford (born 22 October 1970)
How did Robert Redford lose his sons?
Robert has lost two kids. His son Scott Redford tragically passed away from sudden infant death syndrome at the tender age of 2 and a half months. He is buried at Provo City Cemetery in Provo, Utah.
His other son, David James, died on 16 October 2020 after battling liver disease for thirty years. James was a documentary filmmaker and environmentalist. In 1993, he underwent two liver transplants to combat the effects of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC).
However, the disease returned in 2018, turning cancerous as he awaited a liver transplant in 2019. According to Cindi Berger, Robert Redford's publicist, the actor mourned with his family following the loss.
What is Robert Redford's net worth?
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According to Celebrity Net Worth, the actor has an estimated net worth of $200 million. His earnings result from a long and successful career in the film and television industries.
What illness does Robert Redford have?
Currently, the actor has no known illnesses. However, Robert had polio as a child. According to Grunge, the actor contracted the disease after swimming in the ocean. He said that, despite being mild, the polio was severe enough to keep him in bed for two weeks.
Quick facts about Robert Redford
- He began his television career began in 1960.
- He made his directorial film debut with Ordinary People in 1980.
- He has a paternal half-brother, William.
- He is of English, Scottish, and Irish ethnicity.
- He was classmates with baseball pitcher Don Drysdale.
- He studied painting at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn.
- He is the co-owner of Wildwood Enterprises, Inc.
- He is the president and co-founder of Sundance Productions with Laura Michalchyshyn.
Is Robert Redford still alive? Yes, the actor is still alive and well. His absence from the big screen has piqued fans' interest, who are wondering what he is unto nowadays.
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