James “Jamie” Radford, son of documentary filmmaker, activist and actor Robert Radford, died of cancer on October 16. He was 58 years old.
Announcing his death on Twitter, his wife of 32 years, Kyle Radford, wrote: “He lived a beautiful, impressive life and was loved by many. He will be remembered deeply. As his wife of 32 years, I am most grateful for the two wonderful children we raised together. I don’t know what we would have done without them for the last two years. ”
In an interview with Salt Lake Tribune .n, His wife confirmed that James Radford died of stomach cancer in his liver. He battled primary sclerosing cholangitis for nearly thirty years, receiving two liver transplants in 1993. Life-changing effects can occur on organ donor patients and their families.
James Radford provided and prepared documentary instructions to address a spectrum of important issues, including the environment and education. “The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia” was inspired by his son Dillon’s struggles at school, and 2017’s “Hopping: A Cleaner Energy Revolution” explored the benefits of clean energy.
Beyond the documentary world, he also wrote screenplays for “Cowboy Up” characters Kipper Sutherland and Darrell Hannah in 2001 and directed “Spin” on Showtime in 2003, starring Stanley Tucky and Dana Delaney. In 2005, he and his father founded the Radford Center, a non-profit organization that produces films and provides grants to environmental filmmakers. He is currently producing an Amy Tan documentary.
James Radford is survived by his wife, Kyle Radford; They have two children, Dylan and Lina Radford; His sisters, Amy Radford and Shauna Radford Schlosser; And his parents, Robert Radford and Lola van Wagner.
