Robert De Niro: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Robert Anthony De Niro, Jr.
Born August 17, 1943 (age 83) • New York City • New York
Awards And Honors Presidential Medal of Freedom (2016) • Cecil B. DeMille Award (2011) • Kennedy Center Honors (2009) • Academy Award (1981) • Academy Award (1975) • Academy Award (1981): Actor in a Leading Role • Academy Award (1975): Actor in a Supporting Role • Cecil B. DeMille Award (2011) • Golden Globe Award (1981): Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Notable Works “A Bronx Tale” • “The Good Shepherd”
Married To Grace Hightower (1997–present) • Diahnne Abbott (1976–1988)
Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) "Novecento" (1976) • "Mean Streets" (1973) • "Limitless" (2011) • "Backdraft" (1991) • "Killer Elite" (2011) • "Falling in Love" (1984) • "Raging Bull" (1980) • "The Wedding Party" (1969) • "The Intern" (2015) • "30 Rock" (2011) • "The Last Tycoon" (1976) • "Jennifer on My Mind" (1971) • "What Just Happened" (2008) • "The Godfather: A Novel for Television" (1977) • "The King of Comedy" (1982) • "The Family" (2013) • "The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle" (2000) • "Joker" (2019) • "Awakenings" (1990) • "Born to Win" (1971) • "Extras" (2006) • "Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma" (1995) • "The Godfather: Part II" (1974) • "Being Flynn" (2012) • "Mistress" (1992) • "We're No Angels" (1989) • "Hide and Seek" (2005) • "True Confessions" (1981) • "Cop Land" (1997) • "Heat" (1995) • "Midnight Run" (1988) • "Guilty by Suspicion" (1991) • "15 Minutes" (2001) • "Stanley & Iris" (1990) • "New York, New York" (1977) • "Red Lights" (2012) • "A Bronx Tale" (1993) • "The Comedian" (2016) • "Hands of Stone" (2016) • "The Deer Hunter" (1978) • "Marvin's Room" (1996) • "Jacknife" (1989) • "Casino" (1995) • "The Gang That Couldn't Shoot Straight" (1971) • "Stone" (2010) • "The Untouchables" (1987) • "Taxi Driver" (1976) • "Frankenstein" (1994) • "Meet the Fockers" (2004) • "Stardust" (2007) • "Goodfellas" (1990) • "Mad Dog and Glory" (1993) • "Everybody's Fine" (2009) • "The Score" (2001) • "Wag the Dog" (1997) • "Last Vegas" (2013) • "Righteous Kill" (2008) • "Heist" (2015) • "Once Upon a Time in America" (1984) • "Greetings" (1968) • "Sleepers" (1996) • "Little Fockers" (2010) • "The Mission" (1986) • "City by the Sea" (2002) • "Angel Heart" (1987) • "Joy" (2015) • "The Big Wedding" (2013) • "The Bag Man" (2014) • "Hi, Mom!" (1970) • "Arthur and the Invisibles" (2006) • "Night and the City" (1992) • "Great Expectations" (1998) • "Bang the Drum Slowly" (1973) • "Machete" (2010) • "Sam's Song" (1969) • "Men of Honor" (2000) • "Freelancers" (2012) • "Meet the Parents" (2000) • "Showtime" (2002) • "Dirty Grandpa" (2016) • "The Good Shepherd" (2006) • "Cape Fear" (1991) • "Jackie Brown" (1997) • "Silver Linings Playbook" (2012) • "The Fan" (1996) • "The Irishman" (2019) • "Manuale d'am3re" (2011) • "This Boy's Life" (1993) • "The Bridge of San Luis Rey" (2004) • "Brazil" (1985) • "Bloody Mama" (1970) • "Killing Season" (2013) • "Grudge Match" (2013) • "New Year's Eve" (2011) • "Analyze That" (2002) • "Ronin" (1998) • "Shark Tale" (2004) • "Analyze This" (1999) • "Godsend" (2004) • "Flawless" (1999)
Movies/Tv Shows (Directed) "The Good Shepherd" (2006) • "A Bronx Tale" (1993)

Top Questions

Where was Robert De Niro born?
Robert De Niro was born in New York City, New York, United States.
Is Robert De Niro married?
Diahnne Abbott (1976–1988), Grace Hightower (1997–present)
When was Robert De Niro born?
Robert De Niro was born on August 17, 1943.

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