Artist, filmmaker, and activist Robert Redford, who died September 16, 2025 at age 89, was one of Hollywood's most enduring stars, but his impact reached far beyond the screen. Through his creation of the Sundance Institute and the Sundance Film Festival, Redford became a mentor and champion for Latin American filmmakers, helping launch the international careers of Alejandro González Iñárritu, Gael García Bernal, Diego Luna, Patricia Riggen, Rubén Blades, and many others. He also built personal and political bridges to Latin America, advocating for filmmakers, artists, and environmental causes across the region.
