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Jane Fonda pays tribute to Robert Redford

Robert Redford in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
  • Legendary Hollywood actor and director Robert Redford died in his sleep at the age of 89; his cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
  • Jane Fonda, 87, expressed deep sorrow over Redford's passing, stating she 'can't stop crying' and highlighting his significance to her and his representation of American values.
  • Fonda and Redford co-starred in four films, including Barefoot in the Park and Our Souls at Night, with Fonda admitting she was 'always in love' with him during their collaborations.
  • Beyond acting, Redford was an acclaimed director, winning an Oscar for his debut film Ordinary People and earning another nomination for Quiz Show.
  • Hollywood figures, including Meryl Streep, Ron Howard, and Marlee Matlin, paid tribute to Redford, recognizing his cultural influence and his role in founding the Sundance Film Festival.
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