Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’s Robert Redford leaves behind his wife and two surviving children following his death aged 89 as his huge fortune has been revealed
Robert Redford died surrounded by his family aged 89(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
Hollywood icon Robert Redford died on Tuesday aged 89, surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Utah. The actor and director was inundated with tributes following the sad news, as stars from across the silver screen paid their respects.
He is best known for his roles in classic films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, All the President’s Men, and Out of Africa. Cindi Berger, chief executive and chairman of talent agency Rogers and Cowan PMK, confirmed the sad news on Tuesday.
She said: “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.
The actor is survived by wife Sibylle(Image: Penske Media via Getty Images)
Robert welcomed four children with first wife Lola(Image: Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
“He will be missed greatly. The family requests privacy.” Robert’s personal life was every bit as colourful as his characters on screen, and he leaves behind a wife and two surviving children.
He was twice married, first to Lola Van Wagenen from 1958 to 1985 and later married Sibylle Szaggars in 2009. Robert welcomed four children with Van Wagenen: the late Scott, Shauna, the late James, and Amy.
It is believed Robert built an impressive fortune of $200million throughout his life, according to Celebrity Net Worth. His fortune may be left his his environmental artist wife Sibylle, 68, and his children Shauna, 64, and Amy, 54.
Among Robert’s huge achievements was founding the Sundance Institue, which is a non-profit that supports independent film makers. They host the annual Sundance Festival, which is believed to be the largest independent film festival in the US.
Following the sad news, they said: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our founder and friend Robert Redford. Bob’s vision of a space and a platform for independent voices launched a movement that, over four decades later, has inspired generations of artists and redefined cinema in the US and around the world.
“We are humbled to be among the stewards of his remarkable legacy, which will continue to guide the institute in perpetuity.”
The Hollywood star set up home and his Sundance Film Festival in Utah, having “fell in love with this place”. Utah’s govenor Spencer Cox shared: “He cherished our landscapes and built a legacy that made Utah a home for storytelling and creativity.
“Through Sundance and his devotion to conservation, he shared Utah with the world. Today we honour his life, his vision, and his lasting contribution to our state.”
Tributes from Hollywood including Star Trek actor William Shatner, who said: “Condolences to the family of Robert Redford.” Colman Domingo thanked Robert for his “everlasting impact,” which he says “will be felt for generations”.
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis also shared: “A LIFE! FAMILY. ART. TRANSFORMATION. ADVOCACY. CREATION. LEGACY.” Robert’s family have decided to delete his Instagram account following his death.
A statement on his official account reads: “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Redford. In honour of his legacy, his Instagram account will be deleted.”
