Robert De Niro Receives Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes 2025

Robert De Niro will be honored with the prestigious Honorary Palme d'Or at the opening ceremony of the 78th Cannes Film Festival on May 13, 2025. The actor, renowned for his roles in classics like 'Taxi Driver' and 'The Godfather Part II', expressed his deep connection to the festival, stating it brings together storytellers and fans in a time of division. Following the ceremony, he will conduct a masterclass on May 14 at the Debussy Theater. De Niro's previous involvement with Cannes includes presiding over the jury in 2011 and attending the festival multiple times over the decades. The festival will also feature Juliette Binoche as the jury president, continuing a trend of female leadership in its history. This year's festival runs from May 13 to 24, with the official selection to be announced soon.