Attending a ceremony held in Rome, the capital of Italy, De Niro was honored with the city's highest award, the "Lupa Capitolina." In his speech at the ceremony, he said, "My family is of Italian descent; this award holds a very special meaning for me."
Emphasizing Mamdani's youth and energy, De Niro stated, "He is one of the people who can stand up to Trump." The famous actor noted that the country had been "pushed into despair and division" during the Trump era, and delivered the message, "Now is the time for change."
MET WITH THE POPE
Meanwhile, Robert De Niro held a brief meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican. At the end of the meeting, Pope Leo gifted De Niro a rosary.
News Source: 12punto
