Image Credit: WireImage Robert Redford, the legendary actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, has died at 89. Known for classics like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, and All the President's Men, Redford left an indelible mark on Hollywood and beyond. As tributes pour in from fans, colleagues, and world leaders, many are wondering how the film icon will be remembered. Find out more below. How Old Was Robert Redford When He Died? Redford was 89 years old at the time of his passing. He was born on August 18, 1936.