De Niro Supports Transgender Daughter Airyn Publicly

Robert De Niro has publicly reaffirmed his unwavering support for his transgender daughter, Airyn, emphasizing in a recent interview that parents should support their children as long as they're not harming themselves or others. Airyn, who came out as a trans woman in April, expressed gratitude for her parents' choice to keep her out of the public eye during childhood, allowing her a more normal upbringing. She shared her aspiration to become a role model for queer women of color and bigger-bodied individuals, and specifically aims to follow her mother's modeling career path. De Niro emphasized his unconditional love for all his children, stating, 'I loved and supported Aaron as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter.' His public support is considered especially significant given his own father's experience as an openly gay man. De Niro's comments highlight his commitment to acceptance and representation within his family.