Title: Actor Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez, Grandson of Robert De Niro, Dies at 19
In a heartbreaking announcement on Monday, the family of Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez, the 19-year-old grandson of renowned actor Robert De Niro, revealed that he had passed away. The news of his untimely death has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and beyond.
His mother, Drena De Niro, expressed her profound grief in an emotional Instagram post. She described her son as her “beautiful sweet angel” and someone she loved “beyond words or description.” The devastated mother conveyed her longing to be with him, stating that she did not know how to live without him.
Following the tragic news, Drena De Niro thanked everyone for their overwhelming outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. She expressed her immeasurable shock and sadness as she bid farewell to her beloved son, Leo.
Carlos Mare, De Niro-Rodriguez’s father and an artist, shared his grief on Instagram as well, posting a black image to symbolize the darkness he and his family were enduring. Mare mentioned the incomparable joy Leo brought into their lives and the immense loss they are now experiencing. He declared that Leo is now God’s child, illuminating their lives even in the darkest moments. His heartfelt response ended with the phrase, “You can’t spell LOVE without LEO.”
Robert De Niro, the legendary actor and grandfather to Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez, released a statement expressing his deep distress over the loss of his beloved grandson. He appreciated the condolences from everyone and requested privacy for his family to grieve this devastating loss.
According to the New York City Police Department, they responded to a 911 call at a building in lower Manhattan on Sunday afternoon. They found an unconscious and unresponsive man, who was later identified as Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez. Emergency medical services pronounced him dead at the scene. While the police spokesperson initially stated his age as 18, a family spokesperson confirmed that De Niro-Rodriguez was indeed 19.
The cause of his tragic death will be determined by the city’s Office of Chief Medical Examiner. Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez appeared alongside his mother in the movies “A Star Is Born” and “Cabaret Maxime” in 2018. He was also credited with an appearance in 2005’s “The Collection.”
This devastating loss has left the entertainment industry mourning the loss of a young talent. Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez’s untimely death serves as a reminder to cherish our loved ones and the preciousness of life.