Robert De Niro, who is thought of as one of the greatest actors of his time, was born in New York City in 1943 to two artists. He was trained at the Stella Adler Conservatory and the American Workshop. He first gained fame for his role in
Bang the Drum Slowly, but he gained his reputation as a volatile actor in
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(on
Taxi Driver's infamous line) You have no idea that, years later, people in cars will recognize you on the street and shout, "You talkin' to me?" I don't remember the original script, but I don't think the line was in it. We improvised. For some reason it touched a nerve. That happens.
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Was considered for the role of "Harry" in
Home Alone. The role went to his good friend, Joe Pesci.
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Often plays violently angry and yet extensively depressed men
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