The Legendary Life of Robert de Niro

By the late 1980s, De Niro’s marriage to Diahnne Abbott had unraveled under the pressures of fame and long filming schedules. The couple divorced in 1988 after more than a decade together, though they remained respectful and connected through their shared children, Drena and Raphael.

Despite his guarded nature, De Niro consistently prioritized his role as a father. Raphael went on to become a successful New York real estate broker, while Drena pursued acting and modeling. De Niro’s quiet, enduring presence in their lives contrasted sharply with the intensity of his on-screen personas.