Robert Redford

Date of Birth: August 18, 1936

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Charles Robert Redford Jr., commonly known as Robert Redford, is an American actor, director, producer, and businessman. He was born on August 18, 1936, in Santa Monica, California. Redford is renowned for his contributions to the film industry both in front of and behind the camera. He gained prominence in the 1960s and 1970s with a string of successful films, including “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” (1969), “The Sting” (1973), and “All the President’s Men” (1976). In 1980, Redford founded the Sundance Institute and the Sundance Film Festival, which has become one of the most influential platforms for independent filmmakers. He has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including an Academy Award for Lifetime Achievement. Beyond his cinematic endeavors, Redford is known for his environmental activism and philanthropy.

5 Interesting Facts about Robert Redford

1. Robert Redford was a keen baseball player in high school and earned a baseball scholarship to the University of Colorado.

2. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957.

3. Redford’s directorial debut was with the film “Ordinary People” (1980), which won four Academy Awards, including Best Director.

4. He has been a staunch advocate for environmental conservation and was a trustee of the Natural Resources Defense Council.

5. Redford was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016 by President Barack Obama.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Robert Redford

1. “Health food may be good for the conscience but Oreos taste a hell of a lot better.”

2. “The measure of a society is its respect for its weakest and most vulnerable.”

3. “Problems can become opportunities when the right people come together.”

4. “I think the environment should be put in the category of our national security. Defense of our resources is just as important as defense abroad. Otherwise, what is there to defend?”

5. “I have always liked a good challenge and pushing myself is what keeps life interesting.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Robert Redford’s highest net worth has been estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Robert Redford has four children: 1. Scott Anthony Redford (1959-1959): Tragically, his first child, Scott, died of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) at just two and a half months old. 2. Shauna Jean Redford (born November 15, 1960): An artist. 3. David James “Jamie” Redford (May 5, 1962 – October 16, 2020): A filmmaker and activist, Jamie passed away due to bile-duct cancer in 2020. 4. Amy Hart Redford (born October 22, 1970): An actress, director, and producer.