Barbra Streisand working alongside Robert Redford on the movie set of "Pure Joy"
Robert Redford, the two-time Oscar-winning actor and icon of American cinema, passed away on Monday at the age of 89. His death was confirmed by his spokesperson, Cindi Berger, to dpa. Redford passed away at his home in the US state of Utah, surrounded by loved ones.
Redford was best known for his role as the privileged writer Hubbell Gardiner in the 1973 film "The Way We Were", where he shared the screen with Barbra Streisand. Streisand played the role of peace activist Katie Morosky in the film that became a box office success.
Streisand took to Instagram to remember her late co-star, recalling every day on the set of "The Way We Were" as exciting, intense, and pure joy. She also highlighted that despite their differences—Streisand being allergic to horses and Redford coming from the world of horses—they constantly tried to learn more about each other, mirroring their characters in the film.
Redford's portrayal of Hubbell Gardiner earned him critical acclaim, and his performance was a significant part of what made "The Way We Were" one of the greatest love stories in American cinema, according to Variety.
Stephen King, in a heartfelt tweet, expressed his disbelief over Redford's age, stating it was hard to believe he was 89 years old. Meryl Streep, another Hollywood legend, called Redford one of the "lions" who has left us.
Numerous colleagues, friends, and fans paid tribute to Redford and expressed their condolences online. Redford's death has left a significant void in the world of cinema, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers.
In addition to his acting career, Redford was a two-time Oscar winner. His title song from "The Way We Were" won an Oscar, adding another feather to his cap. Redford's contributions to cinema will forever be remembered and celebrated.
Rest in peace, Robert Redford. Your legacy lives on.
