Robert De Niro shows support for transgender daughter

Robert De Niro, a well-known Hollywood actor, has recently expressed his unwavering support for his daughter, Airyn, who has come out as transgender. This means that Airyn has chosen to live her life as a woman, rather than as a man. In a heartfelt interview with an LGBTQ+ publication, Airyn shared her journey of 'stepping into this new identity. ' Her father, Robert De Niro, made a touching statement saying, 'I loved and supported Aaron as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter. ' He added, 'I don't know what the big deal is,' emphasizing that his love for his children remains unchanged. Airyn, who is now 29 years old, began her transition last year. She explained that there is a significant difference between being visible and being truly seen. She stated, 'I've been visible. I don't think I've been seen yet. ' This highlights the struggles many transgender individuals face in gaining acceptance and understanding from society. Airyn also mentioned that actress Laverne Cox has been a source of inspiration for her. She hopes to contribute to increasing visibility for transgender people and to honor her black queer ancestors. Airyn expressed her feelings by saying, 'Trans women being honest and open, especially in public spaces like social media and getting to see them in their success… I'm like, you know what? Maybe it's not too late for me. ' Growing up as one of seven children in the De Niro family, Airyn shared her appreciation for her parents' decision to keep her out of the public eye. She remarked, 'No parent is perfect, but I am grateful that both my parents agreed to keep me out of the limelight. They have told me they wanted me to have as much of a normal childhood as possible. ' In recent weeks, transgender women in the UK have faced increased scrutiny, particularly after judges made decisions regarding equalities law. One notable case involved the UK's only judge who publicly identifies as transgender. This judge expressed her concerns over a ruling that she believed violated her human rights. Judge Lord Hodge emphasized that the ruling should not be viewed as a victory for one side over the other, and he stressed that the law still provides protection against discrimination for transgender individuals. This ongoing conversation about transgender rights highlights the importance of understanding and supporting individuals as they navigate their identities.