Robert Redford Turns 87: Photos Of The Hollywood Heartthrob From His Young Days To Now

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August 18, 2023 10:51AM EDT

Robert Redford is an Academy Award-winning actor, well-known for his roles in ‘Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid’ and ‘All The President’s Men.’ Check out photos from throughout his career here.

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Robert Redford: Through The Years

Robert Redford: Through The Years
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Robert Redford is one of the most beloved actors of all-time. Beginning his career on the stage in the 1950s, he made his television debut in 1960 with a small role in a one-off episode of ‘Maverick.’ After that, he began to get cast in more TV work, including a 1962 appearance on the classic anthology series ‘The Twilight Zone.’ Perhaps one of his biggest career breaks came at the end of the decade though when he was cast in ‘Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid,’ as the Sundance Kid. After that, he became a leading man in a number of movies throughout the 1970s, like playing Jay Gatsby in ‘The Great Gatsby’ (1974), and Bob Woodward in ‘All The President’s Men’ (1976).

Robert has also gone behind the camera as a director and producer. Most notably, he was awarded an Oscar in 1981 for Best Director for his film ‘Ordinary People.’ He also received nods for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 1974 for ‘The Sting’ and his 1994 film ‘Quiz Show’ received a Best Picture nomination. 

Scroll through our gallery to see photos of Robert Redford through the years.

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Robert Redford

Robert Redford
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Robert Redford’s first roles onscreen were one-off TV appearances. He acted in shows like ‘Perry Mason’ and movies like ‘The Iceman Cometh.’

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Robert Redford

Robert Redford
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Before breaking into TV, Robert also married his first wife Lola Van Wagenen. The couple were married from 1958 until 1985. 

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‘Inside Daisy Clover’ (1965)

‘Inside Daisy Clover’ (1965)
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Robert Redford also acted alongside another huge star early in his career in the 1965 drama ‘Inside Daisy Clover.’ He starred alongside Natalie Wood in the film. 

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‘Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid’ (1969)

‘Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid’ (1969)
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One of Robert Redford’s early standout roles was in 1969’s ‘Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid.’ The western is widely regarded as one of the most popular movies of all time. 

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‘Chase’ (1966)

‘Chase’ (1966)
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Another early role saw Robert Redford reunited with Jane Fonda for ‘Chase.’ He also acted alongside another legend: Marlon Brando.

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‘The Candidate’ (1972)

‘The Candidate’ (1972)
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Some of Robert Redford’s best-known portrayals were his abilities to star as politicians in films. One of his earliest political roles was in 1972’s ‘The Candidate.’

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Robert Redford In The 90s

Robert Redford In The 90s
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During 1996, Robert Redford met German artist Sibylle Szaggar, who he started dating. The couple got married 13 years later in 2009.

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‘The Mustangs: America’s Wild Horse’ (2021)

‘The Mustangs: America’s Wild Horse’ (2021)
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In more recent years, Robert Redford has produced a number of projects, including those focused on environmental issues. In 2021, he executive produced a documentary on American horses.

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Robert Redford At A Tribute In 2019

Robert Redford At A Tribute In 2019
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Robert Redford was honored at the Marrakech Film Fest in Morocco in December 2019. The actor received a tribute for his many decades in the entertainment business.

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Robert Redford At The Morelia Film Fest In 2019

Robert Redford At The Morelia Film Fest In 2019
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Robert Redford continues to act in his 80s! The actor appeared in the 2019 film ‘Avengers: Endgame’ as Alexander Pierce, and he lent his voice to the 2020 film ‘Omniboat: A Fast Boat Fantasia.’

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