Any time we have a conversation about some of the greatest actors in history, Robert De Niro’s name is bound to come up.
The now 80-year-old actor is renowned for wearing many different hats and seemingly being able to play anyone. That’s because, over the years, De Niro has patently absorbed himself into his roles. He’s kept us glued to our seats with enthralling performances as mobsters, isolated sociopaths, and even a family man. He can go from a wholly reserved hermit to an utter raging lunatic on the flip of a coin. And yes, he’s even capable of delightful comedic timing.
In honor of an all-timer, let’s run down some of the more noteworthy and iconic performances from the legendary De Niro’s career. Spoiler alert: The man rarely misses.