Death of Robert Benton, Award-Winning Director
May 14, 2025
Robert Benton, a three-time Oscar-winning director, passed away in New York at the age of 92 from natural causes. He is best known for the film 'Kramer vs. Kramer', which earned him two Oscars, working with renowned actors like Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep. Benton had a significant career in American cinema, with films such as 'Places in the Heart' and 'Bonnie and Clyde'. His last directed film was 'Feast of Love' in 2007.