Robert De Niro is speaking out after the death of his grandson, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez. In a statement issued to ET on Monday, the actor expressed profound sadness over the loss.
De Niro's daughter, Drena De Niro, revealed late Sunday evening that her son, whom the family called «Leo,» had died. «I'm deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo,» the star said in a statement via his rep. «We're greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone.
We ask that we please be given privacy to grieve our loss of Leo.»In an emotional Instagram post, Drena, 51, paid tribute to her late son.
Leandro was reportedly 19 at the time of his death. «My beautiful sweet angel. I have loved you beyond words or description from the moment I felt you in my belly .You have been my joy my heart and all that was ever pure and real in my life.
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