Let me tell you about Robert De Niro—yes, the legendary actor we all know from iconic movies like Goodfellas and Raging Bull—and how he’s diving headfirst into the world of parenthood. At 81 years old, Robert is embracing life as a dad to his adorable toddler, Gia Virginia Chen De Niro. And guess what? He’s even sharing some seriously cute confessions about his new favorite TV shows, thanks to his little girl.

From The Wiggles to Ms. Rachel: Robert’s New Go-To Shows

Who would’ve thought that the man behind some of Hollywood’s toughest characters would be humming along to The Wiggles? But here we are. During an appearance on “The Scott Mills Breakfast Show” podcast back in February 2023, Robert opened up about his unexpected journey into children’s entertainment. “Now I watch, with my little girl, The Wiggles and Ms. Rachel,” he said with a smile. “I didn’t know of them until I started seeing them, and my daughter absolutely loves them. They’re great!”

Turns out, being a dad at this stage in life is bringing a whole new kind of joy to Robert’s world. Who needs gangster flicks when you’ve got a toddler who adores colorful puppets and catchy songs?

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Gia: The Latest Addition to the De Niro Family

Gia, now 22 months old, is Robert’s seventh child and his first with girlfriend Tiffany Chen. She’s not just any addition to the family; she’s a game-changer. For a guy who’s already been a dad six times over, Gia brings a fresh perspective to parenthood. She’s the sweetest reminder that every child is unique and every phase of parenting is its own adventure.

Robert’s brood includes Drena De Niro, 53, Raphael De Niro, 48, Julian De Niro, 29, Aaron De Niro, 29, Elliot De Niro, 26, and Helen De Niro from previous relationships. But let’s be real—Gia’s arrival has turned things upside down in the best possible way.

Surprising Fans with News of Baby Gia

Back in May 2023, Robert dropped a bombshell during a promotional event for the film About My Father. He casually mentioned that he had welcomed a seventh child just the month before. Can you imagine the shock on everyone’s faces? “I’m OK with it. I’m good with it,” Robert told Extra, adding that parenthood “never gets easier.”

It’s a sentiment he reiterated months later in an interview with The Guardian. Talking about his dynamic with Tiffany, 45, Robert said, “It is what it is. It’s OK. I mean, I don’t do the heavy lifting. I’m there, I support my girlfriend. But she does the work. And we have help, which is so important.”

Life with a Newborn: Different, Yet Familiar

Robert also shared how raising Gia feels different compared to his experiences with older kids and even his grandchildren. “With a baby, it’s different [than] with my 11-year-old. My adult children. My grandchildren. It’s all different,” he explained. Each stage of parenthood comes with its own challenges and rewards, and Robert seems to be soaking it all in.

Adorable Moments with Gia: A Dad’s Perspective

By January 2024, Robert was more than ready to talk about the joys of raising Gia. In an interview with AARP, he confessed, “It feels great. Everything that I’m consumed with or worried about just goes away when I look at her. It’s wondrous.”

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Robert De Niro Makes Adorable Confession About Parenting Baby Gia — Getty

Fast forward to February 2024, and Robert was still glowing about Gia in an interview with People. “So sweet,” he said. “When I look at her, everything else goes away. So it’s a great joy and relief to just be with her in the moment.”

A Family Affair: Gia Brings Everyone Together

Robert isn’t the only one falling hard for Gia. His kids and grandchildren are equally smitten with their newest family member. “The kids all get a big kick out of her,” Robert told People. “The grandkids even. She’s their aunt—and they’re about to be teenagers!”

And if there’s one thing that brings a family together, it’s celebrating milestones. Gia’s first birthday was no exception. Robert shared the sweet details with Entertainment Tonight in May 2024. “She had a little cake, it was very nice, sweet,” he said. “Well, she’s pure joy, there’s nothing about her, there’s no judgment, there’s no anything, she just is what she is and it’s just pure joy for god sakes.”