Basic Facts About Robert De Niro

De Niro Dropped Out of High School to Pursue Acting

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De Niro Trained with Stella Adler

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Martin Scorsese Gave De Niro His Big Break(s)

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De Niro Has Been Nominated for 8 Academy Awards

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De Niro’s Acting Philosophy is All About Keeping It Simple

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De Niro’s advice to aspiring actors? ---- Stay focused on the craft, not the limelight; and to pursue the dream of becoming a great actor, rather than becoming a famous celebrity.

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