Robert Redford, an iconic actor, filmmaker, philanthropist, and environmental activist, has a rich family life. He had four children with his ex-wife Lola Van Wagenen: Scott, Shauna, James, and Amy. While Scott passed away from sudden infant death syndrome as an infant, and James died of cancer in 2020, the legacy of Redford’s family lives on through their work in film and other creative fields. Redford is also a grandfather to seven grandchildren, many of whom have pursued careers in the arts.
Robert Redford’s Children
1. Scott Anthony Redford: Born on September 1, 1959, Scott tragically died of sudden infant death syndrome at just two and a half months old. Redford rarely speaks about Scott’s death, though he reflected on its impact on his life in a 2017 interview.
2. Shauna Redford (62 years old): Shauna was born on November 15, 1960. She graduated with an art degree from the University of Colorado Boulder in 1985. Shauna married Eric Schlosser, the author of *Fast Food Nation*, and they have two children, Mica and Conor. Shauna has been involved with her father’s Sundance Institute, indicating that Redford’s legacy will continue through his children and grandchildren.
3. James Redford: James was born on May 5, 1962, and pursued a career as a filmmaker and activist, focusing on environmental and social issues. He founded the James Redford Institute for Transplant Awareness after undergoing two liver transplants. James passed away from bile-duct cancer in October 2020. He and his wife Kyle had two children, Dylan and Lena, who have followed in the family’s artistic footsteps.
4. Amy Redford (52 years old): Amy, born on October 22, 1970, is a filmmaker and director. Like her siblings, Amy grew up in New York and Utah and pursued a career in the arts. She has directed films, TV episodes, and music videos and has spoken about the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry. Amy has three children, including a daughter named Eden and twin girls, and currently lives in Salt Lake City, where she continues her work as a filmmaker.
Robert Redford’s Grandchildren
1. Mica Schlosser (32 years old): Daughter of Shauna Redford and Eric Schlosser, Mica works as a copywriter and illustrator in New York. She holds degrees from Middlebury College, the University of Oxford, and Central St. Martins.
2. Conor Schlosser (31 years old): Conor, also Shauna’s son, graduated from Colby College and works as a producer at RadicalMedia in New York City. He has previously worked with the Sundance Institute and the Food Network.
3. Dylan Redford (31 years old): James Redford’s son, Dylan, was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child and was featured in his father’s documentary *The Big Picture*. He is now a filmmaker based in San Rafael, California, and has worked on various projects, including a film that featured his grandfather.
4. Lena Redford (27 years old): Lena, James Redford’s daughter, graduated from Vassar College with a degree in media studies. She is an artist and filmmaker, having participated in various creative projects, including voice acting for a series in 2021.
5. Eden August and Amy Redford’s Twins: Amy Redford has a daughter, Eden, born in 2008, and twin daughters born in 2010. Amy has spoken about the challenges of motherhood and the lessons she learns from her children.
Robert Redford’s influence continues to shape his family, with many members involved in filmmaking, environmental activism, and other creative pursuits.
