July 4th 2023.
Robert De Niro was left heartbroken by the death of his beloved grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. The 19-year-old had already made a name for himself in the world of entertainment, appearing in 2018’s A Star Is Born and Cabaret Maxime, the same year. He was cast alongside his mother Drena De Niro, playing mother-son duo Paulette and Leo Stone in Bradley Cooper’s A Star Is Born.
Rodriguez also had a role in Cabaret Maxime, as the character ‘The Kid’. He also appeared alongside his mum in The Collection, a film directed by Bruno De Almeida in 2005.
On Monday, Drena announced her son’s death on social media. In her emotional post, she said: ‘My beautiful sweet angel. I have loved you beyond words or description from the moment I felt you in my belly. You have been my joy my heart and all that was ever pure and real in my life. I wish I was with you right now. I wish I was with you.’
Robert De Niro released a statement shortly after, saying: ‘I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo. We’re greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone. We ask that we please be given privacy to grieve our loss of Leo.’
De Niro is the father of seven children, the oldest being Drena. He is also father to Raphael, Julian, Aaron, Elliot, Helen, and Gia. He welcomed his youngest, Gia in April 2023 with girlfriend Tiffany Chen. The Hollywood star shares Elliot and Helen with his ex-wife Grace Hightower, and twins Julian and Aaron with actress Toukie Smith.
The death of Robert De Niro’s grandson is undoubtedly a heartbreaking situation. Our thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time.
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