- Robert De Niro's morning routine
- The joys and challenges of fatherhood
- Navigating a complex family life
Robert De Niro recently offered a glimpse into his life as a father in an interview with 'The Sunday Times.' At 81, he is raising his one-year-old daughter, Gia, with his girlfriend Tiffany Chen. Known for his iconic roles in films such as 'Taxi Driver' and 'Goodfellas,' De Niro revealed that there's one task he doesn't handle—changing diapers. "No, no, but I used to," he told 'The Sunday Times.'
Robert De Niro's morning routine
The actor makes the most of his mornings by spending time with his daughter, Gia. As an early riser, he enjoys watching videos from YouTuber Ms. Rachel with her and feeding her a bottle. These moments are especially meaningful to him, as he shared in a February 2024 interview with 'People': "When I look at her, everything else goes away. It's a great joy and relief just to be with her at the moment."
The joys and challenges of fatherhood
De Niro is the father of seven children from various relationships. He has two children, Drena and Raphael, with his first wife, Diahnne Abbott; twins Julian and Aaron with his ex-girlfriend, Toukie Smith; and children Elliot and Helen Grace with his ex-wife, Grace Hightower. Reflecting on fatherhood in an October 2023 interview with 'The Guardian,' he said, "It's not getting any easier. It is what it is. It’s OK. I’m there, I support my girlfriend. But she does the work. And we have help, which is so important."
A complex family life
De Niro describes his family as complex. In a September 2024 interview with Chris Wallace, he stated, "I'm trying my best. I'm going to put on my gravestone: 'I tried my best.'" His words reflect his dedication to his children, despite the challenges of fatherhood. Ultimately, he hopes his children find happiness, even if they perceive him in different ways.