Hollywood icon Robert Redford passes away at 89

Legendary actor, director, and producer, Robert Redford has died at the age of 89.

According to US media reports, the Hollywood veteran passed away peacefully in his sleep early Tuesday morning at his home in Utah.

Redford’s longtime publicist, Cindi Berger, confirmed the news in a statement, noting that he died at his residence in Sundance, surrounded by loved ones.

“He will be missed greatly,” Berger said, adding that the family is requesting privacy.

Born Charles Robert Redford Jr. on August 18, 1936, in Santa Monica, California, Redford rose to global stardom…