BREAKING NEWS: In Provo, Utah, Sibylle Szaggars Confirms in Tears the Death of Her Husband, Hollywood Legend Robert Redford, at 89
The curtain has fallen on one of cinema’s most remarkable lives. Robert Redford, the actor, director, and visionary who defined an era of Hollywood storytelling, has died at the age of 89. The heartbreaking confirmation came from his wife, Sibylle Szaggars, who, with tears in her eyes, shared the news in Provo, Utah.
“It is with deep sorrow that I confirm the passing of my beloved husband,” she said softly, her words carrying the weight of grief but also the dignity that marked Redford’s long and extraordinary life.
Redford’s death sends shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond. For more than six decades, he stood as a symbol of artistic excellence, independence, and integrity. From his breakout role in Barefoot in the Park to the legendary partnership with Paul Newman in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Redford captivated audiences with performances that blended rugged charm with emotional truth.
But his influence stretched far beyond acting. As the founder of the Sundance Institute and Film Festival, he changed the landscape of cinema, creating a home for independent filmmakers whose voices might otherwise never have been heard. His legacy is not only in the films he starred in but in the countless artists he inspired and championed.
Known for his quiet humility, Redford often avoided the trappings of celebrity. He lived much of his later life away from Hollywood’s glare, choosing instead the mountains and open skies of Utah, where he and Szaggars built a life centered on art, nature, and reflection. It was there, in the place he loved most, that his final chapter came to a close.
As the world absorbs the news, tributes are pouring in from colleagues, admirers, and fans. Fellow actors describe him as generous and principled, directors praise his vision, and audiences recall how his roles carried them through pivotal moments of their own lives.
For Sibylle Szaggars, who married Redford in 2009, today’s grief is deeply personal. Friends describe her as devoted, a partner who shared his love for the arts and his passion for the environment. Her voice breaking as she confirmed the news underscored what so many feel: that with Robert Redford’s passing, the world has lost not just a star but a man of rare conviction and humanity.
Tonight, as screens light up with images from The Sting, All the President’s Men, Out of Africa, and so many others, the truth is clear: Robert Redford’s light will never fade. He leaves behind films that will continue to inspire, a festival that will continue to nurture, and a life story that will continue to be told as long as cinema itself endures.