In a recent display of familial support, Robert De Niro openly praised his daughter Airyn for embracing her transgender identity following her public revelation.
Robert De Niro Voices Affirmation for Transgender Daughter in Heartfelt Statement
Robert De Niro Voices Affirmation for Transgender Daughter in Heartfelt Statement
Hollywood legend showcases unconditional love and support for Airyn, sparking conversations on trans visibility.
In a thoughtful interview with LGBTQ+ magazine Them, 29-year-old Airyn De Niro shared insights about her journey towards living as her authentic self. The daughter of the famed actor expressed her struggle with being visible but not fully seen in society. “I've been visible. I don't think I've been seen yet,” she articulated. Her father, Robert De Niro, reinforced his unwavering support, saying he previously loved and supported Aaron as a son and now extends that love to Airyn as his daughter.
De Niro's statement to Variety encapsulated his views: "I don't know what the big deal is. I love all my children." Airyn expressed gratitude for her parents' efforts to provide her a normal upbringing, distancing her from the pressures of fame.
Airyn detailed how celebrity figures like Laverne Cox inspired her decision to transition last year, and she expressed aspirations to enhance transgender visibility while honoring her black queer heritage. Amid these personal revelations, broader discussions about transgender rights are unfolding in the UK, notably following a recent Supreme Court ruling that defined a woman by biological sex under equalities law. This ruling has incited debates, including potential legal action from a transgender judge seeking to challenge the law in the European Court of Human Rights.
As conversations around gender identity and rights evolve, the De Niro family's story adds a personal dimension, highlighting the importance of acceptance and dialogue in the journey for trans rights.
