How Robert De Niro Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

Share: FB Share X Share Reddit Share Reddit Share
Robert De Niro

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, 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.

1977: Newsweek remarked that De Niro "gives you the shock of becoming"

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

X (Twitter) Facebook

1983: Pauline Kael's comment on De Niro's disfigurement in Raging Bull

In 1983, Pauline Kael mentioned that she did not like how Robert De Niro was "disfiguring" himself in films such as Raging Bull.

Loading Video...
X (Twitter) Facebook

1984: Release of fan song "Robert De Niro's Waiting..." by Bananarama

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

Loading Video...
X (Twitter) Facebook

2004: I Heard You Paint Houses by Charles Brandt published

In 2004, the book I Heard You Paint Houses by Charles Brandt was published which later served as the basis for the movie The Irishman starring Robert De Niro.

I Heard You Paint Houses
I Heard You Paint Houses
Check it on Amazon
X (Twitter) Facebook

2006: Donated film-related materials to the Harry Ransom Center

In 2006, Robert De Niro donated his collection of film-related materials to the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2009: Kennedy Center Honors

In 2009, Robert De Niro was announced as one of the Kennedy Center Honorees and was honored by Martin Scorsese and Meryl Streep at the event.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2009: Opening of De Niro's collection at the Harry Ransom Center

In 2009, Robert De Niro's collection of film-related materials, which he donated to the Harry Ransom Center, opened to the public.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2016: Received Presidential Medal of Freedom

In 2016, Robert De Niro received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2022: Six of De Niro's Films Inducted into the U.S. National Film Registry

As of 2022, six of Robert De Niro's films have been inducted into the U.S. National Film Registry.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2025: De Niro set to receive Cannes Film Festival's Honorary Palme d'Or

In 2025, Robert De Niro is set to receive the Cannes Film Festival's Honorary Palme d'Or.

X (Twitter) Facebook
Home | Recently Updated | Most Popular | Birthdays

About Popular Timelines

Discover the past with PopularTimelines.com, your go-to platform for exploring the rich history of famous people, events, places, and more, all presented in an engaging timeline format. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about significant milestones, Popular Timelines provides a visually captivating way to learn and explore. Navigate through detailed timelines that cover everything from historical events to the lives of renowned individuals, offering a comprehensive view of the world's legacy. Stay informed and enlightened with accurate, well-researched content that brings history to life.

Follow Us