How Robert De Niro Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

How the contributions of Robert De Niro continue to shape the world today.

Robert De Niro is a highly acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors of his generation. He has received numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and lifetime achievement awards from AFI, the Screen Actors Guild, and the Kennedy Center. De Niro was also awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Honorary Palme d'Or, marking his significant contributions to film.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

1977: Praised by Newsweek

In 1977, Newsweek remarked that Robert De Niro "gives you the shock of becoming, of a metamorphosis that can be thrilling, moving, or frightening."

1984: Bananarama's "Robert De Niro's Waiting..." reached third place in UK Singles Chart

In 1984, the English girl group Bananarama's fan song "Robert De Niro's Waiting..." reached the third place of the UK Singles Chart.

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2007: Goodfellas Ranked by AFI

In 2007, the American Film Institute ranked Goodfellas as the 92nd-greatest American film of all time in their 10th Anniversary Edition of the AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies list.

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