Trump commends Robert Redford as the most appealing, yet Redford fails to reciprocate the sentiment
Robert Redford, the esteemed actor known for his iconic roles in films like "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "All The President's Men," has passed away at the age of 89.
Redford's career began in the 1960s, and he quickly rose to fame with his charismatic performances. One of his most memorable roles was that of Washington Post journalist Bob Woodward in "All The President's Men." He also starred in the 1972 political comedy "The Candidate."
Born in California, Redford moved to Europe at the age of 18, spending time in Paris and Florence. There, he was challenged politically, an experience that may have influenced his future activism.
Redford was not a fan of politics when he was younger and found Richard Nixon boring. However, his political views evolved over time, and he became an activist for environmental issues. He served as a trustee of the Natural Resources Defense Council and was a vocal critic of the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.
In 2015, President Barack Obama rejected plans for the Keystone XL pipeline, a decision that Redford saw as a huge turning point. He was also a vocal critic of Donald Trump's actions, writing an opinion piece for NBC in November 2019, where he criticized Trump's actions as a "dictator-like attack" on U.S. values.
In 2016, Redford was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by former President Barack Obama. In the same year, Donald Trump, the U.S. president, paid tribute to Redford, stating that Redford was "the hottest" during a certain period in Hollywood.
Despite generally avoiding public statements about politics, Redford didn't hold back in the 2016 election year. He stated that another four years of Donald Trump would degrade the country beyond repair. In 2020, he urged people to vote for Joe Biden in the upcoming election, writing a piece for CNN.
In 2017, Redford stated that the Sundance Film Festival he founded would stay away from politics. However, his political views were evident in his activism, particularly in his fight for environmental causes.
Redford's passing leaves a significant void in the world of cinema and activism. His legacy will live on through his memorable performances and his dedication to environmental causes.
