Friends and fans say goodbye to Robert Redford: Social media reactions to the Hollywood legend’s death
The world reacts to the death of the Hollywood actor.


The death of famous actor and director Robert Redford has shaken the world of TV and film, with the beloved BAFTA winner having been on our screens for decades.
His passing came as a surprise to fans as well, who have taken to social media in an outpouring of emotion that reflects his hugely significant stature in entertainment.
Robert Redford has passed away. He was part of a new and exciting Hollywood in the 70s and 80s. Hard to believe he was 89.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) September 16, 2025
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I will forever love watching Robert Redford movies. Here are my favorites. RIP Robert Redford. pic.twitter.com/iTAcGOhPw2
— Jamie Van Dee (@BrewClone) September 16, 2025
There goes Robert Redford.
— Will Graves (@WillGravesAP) September 16, 2025
The best there is.
The best there was.
And the best there ever will be in this game pic.twitter.com/TbWdjOQXzI
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Robert Redford has died. I have videos of his movies The Sting, The Natural and Brubaker. He was a huge inspiration with Sundance in making me a filmmaker 20 years ago. Rest in peace, my friend.
— Jack Truman (@thatjacktruman) September 16, 2025
Farewell Robert Redford x pic.twitter.com/1eO53KHc76
— Larry the Cat (@Number10cat) September 16, 2025
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