Carlos Solis
Recently we lost Robert Redford — a Hollywood legend and one of the most desirable men in the world.
But what made this heartthrob so captivating? According to renowned plastic surgeon Julian De Silva from London, it all comes down to the Greek golden ratio of beauty—a formula for determining the ideal proportions of the human body and face.
“The ancient Greeks used this mathematical ratio to measure beauty and harmony,” Dr. De Silva explained in his blog.
The “divine proportion” (another name for the golden ratio), which is approximately 1.618, is typically represented in mathematics by the Greek letter φ. Objects constructed with the golden ratio are perceived as harmonious and aesthetically pleasing. For centuries, it has helped define correct proportions in nature, art, and architecture. This principle underpins Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man, his drawing of ideal human proportions.
So, how did Robert Redford (1936–2025) measure up according to this ancient formula for beauty?
The Daily Mail used cutting-edge AI technology, GoldenRatioAI, to analyze a frontal photo of the actor from his youth. The results were both striking and, in a way, expected: his face matched the golden ratio 82.31 percent of the time.
Brilliant Hair Throughout His Life
In addition to his attractive face, Redford was known for his beautiful, shiny hair. A 2021 study by researchers at Bucknell University (USA) suggested that hair may have also contributed to the actor’s allure.
During the study, a team led by T. Joel Wade showed participants photographs of men with and without hair and asked participants to rate the photos on traits such as attractiveness, physical fitness, warmth, sophistication, and kindness.
The study, published in the journal Evolutionary Psychological Science, found that men with hair were rated more attractive, fitter, and as having better personal qualities.
Researchers suggested that hair can signal a man’s health.
