How education and upbringing influenced the life of Robert De Niro. A timeline of key moments.
Robert De Niro is a highly acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, often considered one of the greatest actors of his generation. He's received numerous awards including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe, and multiple nominations for BAFTA and Emmy Awards. De Niro's contributions to film have been recognized with prestigious honors such as the AFI Life Achievement Award, Kennedy Center Honors, Cecil B. DeMille Award, Presidential Medal of Freedom, and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, solidifying his iconic status in the entertainment industry.
Since 1989, Robert De Niro has been a long-term resident of New York City, and has been investing in Manhattan's Tribeca neighborhood.
In 1990, Robert De Niro opened Tribeca Grill in Tribeca, Manhattan, co-owned with Broadway producer Stewart F. Lane.
In January 1998, a month after the release of "Wag the Dog", the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal dominated the headlines, which helped the film generate publicity. The film was well-received and made the list of Roger Ebert's ten best films of 1997.
In 1998, Robert De Niro lobbied U.S. Congress against impeaching President Bill Clinton.
In 1999, Robert De Niro threatened to sue the owners of "De Niro's Supper Club" in Vancouver, leading the restaurant to change its name to "Section (3)".
In October 2003, Robert De Niro was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
In December 2003, Robert De Niro underwent surgery for prostate cancer at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
In 2006, Robert De Niro received Italian citizenship, despite opposition by the Sons of Italy.
In 2006, the trust owning Robert De Niro's Gardiner estate sued the town to reduce its property tax assessment, arguing it was too high. The town won in State Supreme Court.
In 2012, Robert De Niro joined the anti-fracking campaign Artists Against Fracking.
In 2013, Robert De Niro attended Israeli President Shimon Peres's 90th birthday celebration and the Israeli Presidential conference.
In 2014, Robert De Niro and Grace Hightower moved into a 6,000-square-foot apartment at 15 Central Park West.
In 2014, the trust's lawyers appealed the 2006 decision on the property tax assessment. Following negative publicity, De Niro directed his lawyer to withdraw the suit and reimburse the town's legal bills.
In 2015, James Packer acquired a 20 percent stake in Nobu, co-owned by Robert De Niro. The second Nobu Hotel opened at City of Dreams in Manila, Philippines.
In 2016, Robert De Niro attended an annual celebrity gala for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces in Los Angeles. The event raised $38 million for the organization.
In February 2017, Robert De Niro participated in a joint presentation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to discuss their concerns regarding vaccine safety. De Niro clarified that he is not anti-vaccination but questions their efficacy.
In April 2023, Robert De Niro welcomed his seventh child, a daughter named Gia, with his girlfriend Tiffany Chen. At 79 years old, De Niro became one of the oldest fathers on record.
In July 2023, Robert De Niro's grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, died at the age of 19. The cause of death was a combined drug intoxication involving fentanyl and cocaine.
In 2024, Robert De Niro supported Joe Biden for re-election. He also criticized Donald Trump, calling him a "buffoon" and comparing his politics to fascism.
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