The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has paid tribute to actor, director and activist Robert Redford, honouring his lifelong commitment to the environment and his role in inspiring global awareness of the planet’s fragility.
Redford, whose career spanned cinema and activism, was recognised in Monaco for his tireless advocacy on behalf of the natural world. In 2019, during the 3rd Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean, Prince Albert II presented him with the Foundation’s Special Prize for Environmental Leadership.
He returned to the Principality in 2021 for the Foundation’s 15th anniversary, which featured The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth, a multi-disciplinary performance created by his wife, Sibylle Szaggars Redford. His presence at the event, the Foundation recalled, was a reminder of “the power of art and advocacy in service of nature”.
An enduring influence
Robert Redford passed away on 16th September, aged 89. In its tribute, shared on social media channels, the Prince Albert II of Foundation praised Redford for leaving “an enduring legacy of environmental action that will continue to inspire our collective efforts”. His decades of activism, from championing clean air to supporting marine conservation, reflected a deep conviction that culture, policy and grassroots movements could work together to safeguard the planet.
“Our thoughts are with his wife, family and loved ones,” the Foundation added.
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Photo credits: Eric Mathon / Palais Princier, JC Vinaj / FPA2
