Robert De Niro, legendary for roles in Taxi Driver and The Godfather series, has earned top honors like the Presidential Medal of Freedom and helped launch the Tribeca Film Festival. Even in his 80s, he remains active on screen, appearing in films like Joker and Amsterdam.

But behind the fame, De Niro values fatherhood most. He has seven children from various relationships. With first wife Diahnne Abbott, he had son Raphael and adopted her daughter, Drena. He later welcomed twin sons, Aaron and Julian, with model Toukie Smith. With ex-wife Grace Hightower, he had two more children, Eliot and Helen, both through surrogacy. In 2023, he and girlfriend Tiffany Chen had a daughter, Gia.

Though a private man, De Niro occasionally opens up about parenting. He admits it’s not easy but says he loves his children deeply and urges them to follow their passions. Raising biracial kids, he’s also become more outspoken about racial issues. Through it all, he’s remained grounded, keeping close friendships with peers like Meryl Streep.