Dubai Rumor Debunked: Robert De Niro’s Publicist Sets the Record Straight
In a recent video clip circulating online, rumors were swirling that legendary actor Robert De Niro was confronting pro-Palestinian protesters in New York. However, his publicist, Stan Rosenfield, quickly put those rumors to rest.
Setting the Scene: De Niro’s Role in Netflix Series ‘Zero Day’
Rosenfield clarified that the 80-year-old actor was actually rehearsing a scene for his upcoming Netflix series, ‘Zero Day,’ where he portrays a former president. The 34-second clip captured De Niro reading lines as per the script, not engaging in a real-life confrontation.
Netflix Backs Up the Story
Just Jared reported that Netflix supported the explanation provided by De Niro’s publicist. The video, shot on the streets of New York, depicted De Niro’s character addressing a crowd, not protesters.
De Niro’s Intense Performance
In the clip, De Niro can be seen passionately shouting at the crowd, urging them to move behind the barricade and take the situation seriously. Despite the dramatic nature of the scene, it was all part of the scripted performance for his upcoming series.
Misinterpretation on Social Media
The video was shared by pro-Israel accounts on social media, with some misinterpreting De Niro’s lines as a reference to recent events involving Hamas. However, Rosenfield made it clear that the context was purely fictional and part of the show’s storyline.