Robert De Niro Stands Proudly By Transgender Daughter Airyn
Legendary actor Robert De Niro has shown support for his daughter Airyn, who recently came out as transgender, responding with refreshing simplicity about the situation.
Robert De Niro says he has nothing but “love and support” for his daughter Airyn De Niro after she recently came out as transgender:
— Variety (@Variety) April 30, 2025
“I loved and supported Aaron as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter. I don’t know what the big deal is. I love all my… pic.twitter.com/wAD3KxOMBG
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“I loved and supported Aaron as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter. I don’t know what the big deal is,” De Niro told Variety in a statement. The Academy Award winner added simply, “I love all my children.”
His straightforward response highlights what many in the community already know – acceptance shouldn’t be complicated.
In a conversation with Them magazine, Airyn opened up about her experience “stepping into this new identity” and growing up as one of seven children in the De Niro family.
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— New York Post (@nypost) April 29, 2025
“There’s a difference between being visible and being seen,” Airyn explained. “I’ve been visible. I don’t know if I’ve been seen yet.”
She expressed gratitude that both her parents kept her away from public scrutiny during her childhood. “No parent is perfect, but I am grateful that both my parents agreed to keep me out of the limelight. They have told me they wanted me to have as much of a normal childhood as possible.”
She credits trans women who have been open about their journeys, particularly actress Laverne Cox.
🔥🚨BREAKING: Robert De Niro's son is now his daughter after he just officially came out as a transgender after being photographed in heels by the paparazzi. Airyn says ‘she is stepping into new identity' pic.twitter.com/vWVNk9GgXq
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“Trans women being honest and open, especially [in] public spaces like social media and getting to see them in their success,” she said. “I’m like, ‘You know what? Maybe it’s not too late for me.'”
After the interview was published, Airyn took to Instagram to thank her supporters. “Thank you to everyone who’s been so sweet and supportive! I’m not used to all these eyes on me,” she wrote. She also clarified her current status: “Also for the folks asking if I have representation or signed to anyone, I am literally just a girl with a phone, so sorry if I miss your messages!”
