Overview

• Robert Benton, a three-time Oscar winner, died on May 11, 2025, at his Manhattan home at the age of 92, as confirmed by his manager Marisa Forzano.
• Benton began his career as an editor at Esquire magazine before co-writing the screenplay for the iconic 1967 film 'Bonnie and Clyde,' earning his first Oscar nomination.
• He won two Oscars for writing and directing the critically acclaimed 1979 drama 'Kramer vs. Kramer,' which also received Oscars for Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Supporting Actress.
• Benton's screenplay for 'Places in the Heart' (1984) earned him another Oscar, with Sally Field winning Best Actress for her role in the film set in 1930s Texas.
• Throughout his career, Benton collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Meryl Streep, Dustin Hoffman, Paul Newman, and Morgan Freeman, solidifying his impact on the film industry.