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Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Robert Mario De Niro Jr.Birth Date :
August 17, 1943Birth Place :
New York, USASpouse :
Diahnne Abbott (actress, 1976 - 1988), Grace Hightower (since June 17, 1997)Claim to fame :
As Bruce Pearson in "Bang the Drum Slowly" (1973)
Jude Law and Robert De Niro Possibly Cast in 'Thor'
October 19, 2009 02:10:32Words on the street are, Jude Law and Robert De Niro are going to be seen having a part in Marvel's "Thor". According to Ain't It Cool News, "Valkyrie" actor Matthias Schweighofer has tossed in the names of those two actors into the film's cast ensemble in a recent interview with the German edition of GQ.
Despite the claim that the two have joined the cast, it is still unclear what part each of them will play on the superhero story. Both De Niro and Law have worked together with director Kenneth Branagh previously. De Niro was directed by Branagh in "Frankenstein", while Law teamed up with the helmer for "Sleuth".
Robert De Niro-Starring 'Stone' Gets Promo Trailer
September 16, 2009 10:09:13Rope of Silicon has got a hold of a promo trailer for psychological thriller "Stone" and made it available for viewing pleasure. A little more than two minutes long, this not-safe-for-work sneak peek exposes the complex relationship among the three major characters starred by Edward Norton, Milla Jovovich and Robert De Niro.
In this crime drama movie, Norton takes on the role of a ruthless convict who is desperately trying to gain parole. A convicted arsonist, he enlists the help of his beautiful wife, carried out by Jovovich, to manipulate his correction officer, portrayed by De Niro, and entrap the lawman in a series of deadly psychological games.
Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete' Announced Cast Line-Up
August 06, 2009 02:08:41After weeks of speculation, the line of actors joining the cast ensemble of Robert Rodriguez's "Machete" have been revealed. Some big names, including Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro, "Awake" actress Jessica Alba and martial art expert Steven Seagal, are among those mentioned in the list, as reported by Variety.
Beside the three stars above, "Machete" will also have "Fast and Furious" actress Michelle Rodriguez. Cheech Marin, who appeared several times in TV series "Lost", Don Johnson, who is famous for his role in 1980s TV cop series "Miami Vice", and Jeff Fahey, who was featured in Bruce Payne's 2007 film "Messages", will join leading man Danny Trejo as well.
'Little Fockers' Possibly Teams Up Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro Again
November 14, 2008 03:11:10A sequel to Universal Pictures 2004 comedy "Meet the Fockers" could be moving forward. Claiming that the third "Meet the Parents" movie is "percolating", Fox News' Roger Friedman broke the news that Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro will make their return to the comedy series in "Little Fockers".
Once again taking the role of Jack Tiberius Byrnes, this time it is said that De Niro will be portrayed as the grandparent to Greg Focker's babies, and Stiller will star as Greg once more. The two reportedly will be joined by Blythe Danner, Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand as they are expected to reprise their Dina Byrnes, Bernie Focker and Roz Focker roles respectively.
Robert De Niro Inks Deal with CBS as Executive Producer
October 17, 2008 11:10:25Academy award winning, Robert De Niro, has inked deal with CBS network to work on three projects. He will play a role on those, not as an actor, but as an executive producer along with his Tribeca productions' partner, Jane Rosenthal.
CBS guarantess that at least one of the three projects will be produced as a series pilot. The first upcoming project that will be produced soon is a partnership between Tribeca productions and Media Rights Capital. The script writer to build up the story is the Oscar winning writer for "The Departed", William Monahan. It is a debut for Monahan in taking his writing into a television.
Robert De Niro and Al Pacino Want to Play Sisters
September 15, 2008 03:09:33Known to portray many tough guy roles, Hollywood veterans Robert De Niro and Al Pacino are looking forward to be able to play women in comedy movie. In an interview with British radio station Heart, the two revealed that for their next film project, they would love to dress up as the opposite gender and act up as sisters.
Opening up on the subject, Pacino stated, "It's a great idea. That could be something for us to work on. Robert has done some great and very successful comedy movies and he's made the transition really well, without a problem. He was amazing. He's invented himself over again and that takes a very special talent." On similar note, De Niro added, "We could do that, I like the idea. We could play sisters. That could happen...who knows?"
Robert de Niro Bows Out From 'Edge of Darkness'
September 05, 2008 04:09:21Drama thriller "Edge of Darkness" has just lost one of its star players with Robert De Niro's departure. The 65-year-old bailed out from the adaptation movie days after he arrives on the set in Massachusetts due to creative differences. On his sudden change of heart, his spokesman explained, "Sometimes things don't work out; it's called creative differences."
In the movie, De Niro has actually been signed to portray CIA officer Darius Jedburgh who is sent to clean up the evidence in the murder of a young woman. Because principal photography has been started since August 18, director Martin Campbell will have to settle with the shooting around De Niro's character until the filmmakers find his replacement.
First Looks of Righteous Kill Featuring Robert De Niro and Al Pacino
September 08, 2007 03:09:09It's great to have Robert De Niro and Al Pacino work together again in "Righteous Kill" after their on screen collaboration in 1995's "Heat", but what's greater than this is surely the chance to finally able to grab first two images of them in the same frame, thanks to Seanhenri.com.
Taken from on the film's set at Star Cafe in Milford, New Haven, Connecticut, the first picture shows the two acclaimed actor standing in front of a Tow Away Zone sign while the second one captures them outside the bar door with Pacino allegedly shouting "we just wanna talk!" repeatedly into an intercom.
Robert De Niro "Chasing the Dragon"
July 16, 2007 11:07:00
Getting a new promising film project for his Tribeca Entertainment, veteran actor Robert De Niro is teaming up with producing partner Jane Rosenthal to set up "Chasing the Dragon" which will depict the rise of Chinese leader Mao Zedong and communism in China.
Pic reportedly will be developed at Universal Pictures based on a memoir by Roy Rowan, who is set to be a consultant for the flick, which has already had duo Jon Marans and Yuri Sivo onboard to pen its script with the latter one to also executive produce. It is said that the two are about to weave the story into an epic-sized drama with a love story.
Robert De Niro Helping Old Pal in Making Movie
June 26, 2007 10:06:27
Not forgetting the meaning of friendship, Robert De Niro has offered himself to back up a big screen project coming from his longtime friend that is slated to enter production by late September this year in Los Angeles.
The acclaimed actor reportedly is poised to executive produce a dramatic feature entitled "20% Fiction" which pal Barry Primus is going to direct based on his own script. Story revolves around a respected acting coach dissatisfied with his superficial life in Los Angeles who finds love and self-fulfillment after moving to a small town and working with its quirky residents.
Robert De Niro and Al Pacino "Kill" Each Other
May 19, 2007 09:05:02
After only making two scenes in "Heat", now Robert De Niro and Al Pacino are both preparing to go for much more of them in "Righteous Kill", an independent production of Nu Image's Millennium Films and Emmett/Furla Films, Variety has revealed.
The two lauded thespians are said to play cops chasing a serial killer under the direction of Jon Avnet, who is set to helm based on script by Russell Gewirtz as well as to produce alongside Avi Lerner, Randall Emmett, Boaz Davidson, George Furla, and Alexandra Milchan.
Winners Listed at the 57th Annual Berlinale
February 19, 2007 04:02:48
Coming to the closing date of the 57th annual Berlin International Film Festival, the event's international jury ultimately listed out the winners for the Competition section this year on Saturday, February 17, 2007.
Out of several U.S. productions participating in the program, only "The Good Shepherd" that managed to snatch one honor. Presenting the story about the origins of the CIA, the flick was given a Silver Bear of Outstanding Artistic Contribution 2007 for its ensemble cast which included Robert De Niro, Matt Damon, and Angelina Jolie.
Stars Teaming Up for A New Vanity Fair Vintage Hollywood Movie-Cum-Magazine Photo Spread
February 08, 2007 09:02:18
Famous celebrities, including the likes of Robert De Niro, Penelope Cruz, Jack Nicholson, Robert Downey Jr. and Ben Affleck, are all teaming up for a new Vanity Fair vintage Hollywood movie-cum-magazine photo spread, shot by celebrity snapper Annie Liebowitz.
Besides them all, there is also Oscar nominee Forest Whitaker who plays beaten boxer Downey Jr.'s ringside agent in one shot. Edward Norton and Kate Winslet, in addition, also pose together in short film noir titled "Killers Kill, Dead Men Die". The film reportedly features 39 big names in total and can be seen at VanityFair.com.
It All "Happened" Because of Robert De Niro
December 22, 2006 03:12:56
Carefully selecting stints to be added to his already diverse and impressive repertoire, Robert De Niro has eagerly signed on to star in a drama comedy feature entitled "What Just Happened?" set to be developed under 2929 Entertainment banner, Production Weekly has revealed.
Based on Art Linson's memoir about his experiences as a Hollywood producer, the project will see De Niro as Ben, a Linson-like producer who is experiencing two weeks of hell as he tries to get a picture made while trying to maintain his dignity in his effort to survive the mounting humiliations of Hollywood.
Hollywood's Most and Least Popular Stars
December 11, 2006 11:12:45
When it comes to Hollywood public's Most Favorite Stars, veteran movie actor Tom Hanks is the best. In a new Gallup poll which involved 1,003 adults conducted from Nov. 27 to 29, it is found out that 44 percent of movie goers will go out of the way to watch one of Hanks' movies.
Come right after him is Robert De Niro with 33 percent of the votes, followed by Julia Roberts in 3rd spot with 29 percent of the votes. The 4th Most Popular Stars in Hollywood are Will Smith and Sandra Bullock with 27 percent of the votes.
More Joining "Arthur and the Invisibles" Company
November 28, 2006 02:11:26
The already-starry cast of "Arthur and the Invisibles" no doubt gets remarkably brighter by now as six more stars have reportedly been picked up to lend their voices in the project.
The latest addition includes big names consisting of Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, Anthony Anderson, Chazz Palminteri, Jason Bateman, plus Jimmy Fallon. All thereby are joining the likes of Madonna, David Bowie, and Snoop Dogg who have already included in the list to voice Princess Selenia, Maltazard, and Max, respectively.
Robert De Niro and 50 Cent to Arrive in "New Orleans"
November 03, 2006 03:11:34
An unusual big screen collaboration is about to take shape. The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that Robert De Niro and 50 Cent are in final negotiations to take part in police thriller "New Orleans", an action drama of Emmett/Furla Films' production.
Originally titled "Microwave Park", the project follows a veteran officer as he teams up with his new partner to investigate the death of his previous partner who was actually murdered instead of dying in Hurricane Katrina as he has assumed before. If a deal is reached, De Niro will be billed as the cop while Cent as his new partner.
Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Is Ready for Another Movie Smash
June 16, 2006 10:06:34
After two big male rappers, 50 Cent and Eminem, gave a shot on the big screen, it is now the time for female rappers to join the club. Missy Elliott is ready to broaden her enormous talents, in the music business and on the silver screen, after her previous in "Shark Tale" and one in "Honey" with the "Good Luck Chuck"'s star, Jessica Alba.
Following 50 Cent's debut in "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" and Eminem's in "8 Mile", Miss Misdemeanor is setting up for another biopic, Missy as herself in her own life-story-based movie.
De Niro Donates Film Memorabilia to Film Students at A University
June 08, 2006 10:06:28
Needless to say that Robert De Niro indeed is a very generous actor judging from the donation he made to film students at a university. The Academy Award-winning actor is donating his collection of film-related materials, including scripts, costumes and correspondence, to the cultural archive at the university's Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center.
Naming the donation, there are more than 3,000 of his own costume items, in addition to that of scripts and photographs from his acclaimed films "Raging Bull," "The Deer Hunter" and "Taxi Driver," as well as a full monster body cast used in the 1994 production of "Frankenstein."
Actors Sign on to Join the Cast of "Stardust"
March 08, 2006 02:03:43
There are at least three more actors joining the cast of "Stardust." They among others are Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer and Claire Danes. The trio has signed on to star in the upcoming drama fantasy movie, which is an adaptation of Neil Gaiman's novel.
The story is centered on a young man who promises his beloved that he'll retrieve a fallen star by venturing into the magical realm, where he has to contend with witches, goblins, gnomes, talking animals and evil trees. Other actors already on board are Charlie Cox and Sienna Miller.
The Good Shepherds Heading for Dominican Republic
January 07, 2006 10:01:05Robert De Niro is bringing his latest project, drama mystery thriller "The Good Shepherd," to the Dominican Republic. The actor would like to have the flick shot there, and thus Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon who are among the cast also heading for the country.
Felix Manuel Lora, spokesman for the national film office, said that the actors should arrive by Saturday while adding "The government is going to help the crew with the logistics so they can do their work without any inconveniences." Production of the film is set to remain in the country for one week.
Robert De Niro Returns to Film in 'Winter'
November 16, 2005 11:11:35Years ago, he is best known for his tough roles in action films. His portrayal remains in everyone's heart. Now, as time goes by, the actor is set to make a comeback to film industry after years of hiatus.
Please welcome your idol; Robert De Niro. To mark his return to film, the actor is still in talks to star in "The Winter of Frankie Machine," a drama action flick based on a soon-to-be-published novel by Don Winslow.
"What Just Happened" to Robert De Niro
October 28, 2005 01:10:19If you are curious to know what is happening to our famous actor Robert De Niro, you better watch his upcoming movie "What Just Happened." The drama movie is being directed by Barry Levinson and will also show cameos from Sean Penn and other stars.
In "What Just Happened" De Niro will play a desperate movie producer hanging on to the tattered threads of his career as he tries to maintain his dignity while surviving the mounting humiliations of Hollywood. Shooting is expected to start in the summer with Internet billionaire Mark Cuban and Todd Wagner's 2929 Prods. to finance the $25 million range.
De Niro Discloses Short Film Competition
March 04, 2005 11:03:31Actor Robert De Niro has revealed short film competition with Amazon.com Inc. he named as Tribeca Film Festival. Inviting potential filmmakers on Thursday to enter short films they had produced in a new online contest, De Niro offered $50,000 for the competition winner in purpose of helping finance future movies.
Having been sponsored by American Express Co., Tribeca Film Festival "due date is April 13, so hurry," online retailer Amazon.com Inc. Chief Executive Jeff Bezos said.
