The Legendary Life of Robert de Niro

In 2019, De Niro’s former assistant, Graham Chase Robinson, filed a lawsuit accusing him and his company of gender discrimination and harassment. The case quickly drew widespread media coverage, challenging the actor’s famously private image and adding a legal battle to his later career years.

De Niro denied the allegations and filed a countersuit, claiming misuse of company funds. The public trial unfolded over several years, revealing behind-the-scenes details of his work habits and temperament. Despite the controversy, his supporters viewed the case as a distraction from his enduring artistic achievements.