Robert De Niro, 79, becomes a father of 7 after welcoming a new baby.

Legendary actor Robert De Niro has welcomed his seventh child at the age of 79, according to recent reports. The Hollywood icon and his wife, Grace Hightower, 66, are now proud parents of a baby girl.


De Niro's representative confirmed the news to People magazine, revealing that both mother and baby are doing well. The couple, who tied the knot in 1997, are already parents to two children: son Elliot, 23, and daughter Helen, 9.

The Academy Award-winning actor is also a father to four other children from previous relationships, including daughter Drena, 50, and son Raphael, 45, with former wife Diahnne Abbott; and twin sons Julian and Aaron, 26, with ex-girlfriend Toukie Smith.

De Niro's latest addition to his family comes as a surprise to many, as the actor had not publicly spoken about his wife's pregnancy or the birth of their child. The news was first reported by Page Six, which cited an anonymous source close to the couple.

Despite his advancing age, De Niro has been known to maintain an active lifestyle and work schedule, appearing in a number of high-profile films in recent years, including "The Irishman," "Joker," and "The War with Grandpa." He also founded the Tribeca Film Festival in 2002, which has since become a major cultural event in New York City.

De Niro and Hightower have been together for over 30 years, although their relationship has not been without its ups and downs. The couple separated in 1999 and filed for divorce, but ultimately reconciled and renewed their vows in 2004.

Fans and colleagues of the actor have taken to social media to congratulate him on the birth of his new daughter, with many praising his continued dedication to his family and career. With a career spanning over five decades, De Niro has cemented his place in Hollywood history as one of the greatest actors of his generation.

As he embarks on this new chapter in his life, we wish Robert De Niro all the best as he navigates the joys and challenges of fatherhood once again.