View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images From 1970s Hollywood heartthrob to contemporary renowned filmmaker, Robert Redford was an award-winning film buff through the end of his life. Amid the heartbreaking news of his death, fans are mourning the late actor, producer, director and climate activist, while others are still learning more about Redford's life, career, net worth, family and his overall impact on Hollywood. While his cause of death remains unclear, Redford's career has taken a front seat as younger film fans learn more about his legacy in the movie and TV business.