Robert Redford death latest: ‘One of the lions has passed’ – Jane Fonda and Meryl Streep lead tributes to Hollywood icon

Sundance, the film institute founded by Redford in the 1980s, shared in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our founder and friend Robert Redford.

“Bob’s vision of a space and a platform for independent voices launched a movement that, over four decades later, has inspired generations of artists and redefined cinema in the U.S. and around the world.

“Beyond his enormous contributions to at large, we will miss his generosity, clarity of purpose, curiosity, rebellious spirit, and his love for the creative process.

“We are humbled to be among the stewards of his remarkable legacy, which will continue to guide the Institute in perpetuity.”

The Star Trek actor shared on X simply: “Condolences to the family of Robert Redford.”

“I always admired Robert Redford, not only for his legendary career as an actor and director but for what came next,” Clinton shared on Instagram alongside a photo of her and husband, former president Bill Clinton, with the actor.

“He championed progressive values like protecting the environment and access to the arts while creating opportunities for new generations of activists and filmmakers. A true American icon.”

“#RIP & thank you Robert Redford, a tremendously influential cultural figure for the creative choices made as an actor/producer/director & for launching the Sundance Film Festival, which supercharged America’s Independent Film movement. Artistic Gamechanger,” wrote Apollo 13 director Howard.

Jane Fonda has shared an emotional statement in light of Redford’s death. The two co-starred in five movies together over two decades and had an enduring friendship.

“It hit me hard this morning when I read that Bob was gone. I can’t stop crying. He meant a lot to me and was a beautiful person in every way. He stood for an America we have to keep fighting for,” she wrote in a statement.

Halloween actor Jamie Lee Curtis shared an picture of Redford in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid on Instagram.

In the caption she added: “A LIFE!FAMILY• ART• TRANSFORMATION • ADVOCACY• CREATION• LEGACY Thank you Robert Redford”

Spencer Cox, the governor of Utah, the US state when Redford lived and established the festival, wrote: “Decades ago, Robert Redford came to Utah and fell in love with this place.

“He cherished our landscapes and built a legacy that made Utah a home for storytelling and creativity.

“Through Sundance and his devotion to conservation, he shared Utah with the world. Today we honour his life, his vision, and his lasting contribution to our state.”