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At the age of 89, actor and Oscar-winning director Robert Redford has passed away peacefully in his sleep. His death was confirmed by Cindi Berger, CEO of the advertising agency Rogers & Cowan PMK, in an official statement. Redford was not only a Hollywood icon but also a visionary whose influence extended far beyond the silver screen.

From Humble Beginnings to Oscar Glory

His career took off in the late 1960s, but it was primarily the 1970s that made him one of Hollywood's biggest stars. Movies such as "The Candidate", "All the President's Men", and "The Way We Were" solidified his reputation as one of the most sought-after leading men of his time. His curly blonde hair and youthful smile became trademark features, but Redford always strove to be more than just an attractive performer. He reached the pinnacle of this decade in 1980 with the movie "Ordinary People", for which he received both the Oscar for best director and the award for best film. These accolades crowned his work behind the camera and underscored his talent for telling stories with depth.

Friendship and Cinematic Magic with Paul Newman

A crucial part of Redford's career was his friendship with Paul Newman, one of the biggest stars of his generation. Their collaboration on films like "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" (1969) and "The Sting" (1973) became legendary. While "Butch Cassidy" inspired Redford's Sundance Institute and the Sundance Film Festival, "The Sting" earned him an Oscar nomination for best actor. The chemistry between the two actors reflected their private relationship - a mixture of mutual respect, humor, and deep friendship.