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De Niro Praises Ariana Grande's Professionalism
2 Jun
Summary
- Robert De Niro found Ariana Grande to be professional and quick on set.
- De Niro has not yet seen Grande's performance in the movie Wicked.
- He is looking forward to working with Grande on the new movie Focker In-Law.
Robert De Niro shared his positive impressions of working with Ariana Grande on the forthcoming film "Focker In-Law." He described Grande, who plays the girlfriend of his character's grandson, as a "nice kid" and "terrific." De Niro highlighted her professionalism and quick understanding of her role, emphasizing the importance of seamless collaboration on set.
De Niro also mentioned he has not yet seen Grande's performance in the movie "Wicked" but plans to watch it with his daughter. He recalled being aware of her earlier acting work through his daughter's interest in a Nickelodeon sitcom. He also discussed his other upcoming project, "The Whisper Man," a thriller directed by James Ashcroft.
When considering new projects, De Niro weighs factors like the script and director, though sometimes the financial aspect plays a role. He also remains involved in the Tribeca Festival, co-founded in 2002, acknowledging the significant organizational efforts led by his partner, Jane Rosenthal. The 2026 Tribeca Festival is scheduled for June 3 to June 14 in New York City.
