Robert De Niro, 83, fights back tears in heart-wrenching moment: 'We have to fight'
Amy Poehler praised his advocacy for decency, and the 83-year-old actor welled up while discussing the need to keep fighting.
- On Tuesday, actor Robert De Niro became emotional during an appearance on Amy Poehler's 'Good Hang' podcast after the comedian praised his public advocacy and commitment to speaking out.
- Poehler thanked the 83-year-old Oscar winner for using his platform to speak out, specifically citing his consistent, vocal criticism of President Donald Trump.
- Comparing America to a ruined wedding, Poehler noted that De Niro acts as an adult who interrupts a 'terrible speech' to say, 'We don't talk like that.'
- After being handed tissues, De Niro explained that standing back is not an option, saying, 'You have to fight because if you don't fight, you're not going to get anything.'
- Beyond his political activism, the legendary actor continues working in film and supports causes ranging from LGBTQ+ rights to refugee assistance through the Global Artists Council.
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