Robert De Niro Son Aaron: Latest Celeb Son To Turn Trans! (Pics)

Robert De Niro’s Child Steps Out with a Bold New Look — And the Internet’s Talking

Hollywood legend Robert De Niro is no stranger to turning heads — but this week, it was his rarely-seen child, Aaron Kendrick De Niro, who stole the spotlight – in a new transgender look.

The two were recently spotted in New York City, making a rare public appearance together outside the Greenwich Hotel. But what really caught people’s attention? Aaron’s striking transformation, debuting a bold, gender-expansive look that had everyone talking.

Sporting long pink dreadlocks under a black beanie, paired with heeled combat boots and edgy, gender-nonconforming fashion, Aaron’s aesthetic was a full departure from the sharp suits and reserved presence people may remember from previous sightings. And while Aaron has always been extremely private — avoiding interviews, red carpets, and social media — their latest appearance suggests they may be stepping more confidently into their authentic identity.

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So naturally, the internet is speculating: Has Aaron come out as transgender? Or are they expressing gender fluidity in their own way?

The truth is, Aaron hasn’t made any public statement, and it’s important to respect that. Gender identity is deeply personal, and just because someone appears more feminine or gender-nonconforming in style doesn’t automatically mean they’ve transitioned — or owe us an explanation.

What we do know is that Aaron Kendrick De Niro is one of the biracial twin sons De Niro had with model Toukie Smith back in 1995. And while his father has spent over 50 years in the spotlight — from Taxi Driver to Killers of the Flower Moon — Aaron has been happy staying behind the scenes.

But in a world where gender expression is more visible — and more scrutinized — than ever before, it’s worth pausing and asking: Why does it matter so much to us how someone presents themselves?

There’s been an uptick in social media sensationalizing the gender identity or presentation of Black or biracial children of white celebrities, as if it’s some kind of trend.

If Aaron is embracing a new chapter of their identity, then all we can say is: good for them. Everyone deserves the freedom to show up in the world as their fullest self — whether they’re a celebrity’s child or not.

And for Robert De Niro? He seemed unbothered, present, and supportive. Which, honestly, is the only energy we need from parents right now.

So here’s to living out loud, dressing how you want, and not needing to explain yourself to anyone. Because whether you’re in combat boots or classic Oxfords — authenticity is always in style.

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