Robert De Niro's Controversial Decision to Become a Father at 79

Key Highlights :

1. Robert De Niro has welcomed his seventh child at 79-years-old.

2. Just a couple of months before his 80th birthday, the Hollywood actor shared the news in a recent interview whilst he was promoting his upcoming comedy film About My Father, which is set to be released later this month.

3. During the interview, The Meet The Fockers actor was asked about being a father-of-six, with interviewer Brittnee Blair saying: "I know you have six kids." Robert however corrected her about his family and revealed that he had just welcomed his seventh child.

4. The Academy Award winner commented: "Seven, actually. I just had a baby".

5. Good Morning Britain host Ed Balls 'swears' during awkward segment as fans cringe.

     Robert De Niro has recently made headlines with his surprising announcement that he has become a father for the seventh time at the age of 79. While many have celebrated the news, Good Morning Britain hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls debated if he was too old to have a child.

     The Academy Award-winning actor made the announcement while promoting his upcoming comedy film, About My Father. During the interview, he was asked about being a father-of-six, and he corrected the interviewer, saying: “Seven, actually. I just had a baby”.

     Following the news, Susanna Reid shared her thoughts on the controversial topic. She admitted that she understands why some fans of the actor could see his decision to have a child at 79 as 'self-indulgent' and 'selfish'. Meanwhile, Ed said he felt it was 'wrong' that by the time his child will be 18 and at university, the actor will be almost 100-years-old - 'if he is still alive that is'.

     It's not been confirmed who the baby's mother is, but Robert is rumoured to be dating Tai Chi instructor Tiffany Chen after they met on the set of his 2015 movie The Intern. The actor shares his eldest two kids with his first wife Diahnne Abbott, and twin sons Julian and Aaron, 27, with his former partner Toukie Smith. He also shares son Elliot, 25, and daughter Helen, 11, with fellow actor Grace Hightower.

     The news of Robert De Niro's controversial decision to become a father at 79 has sparked a debate among fans. While some have applauded his decision, others have questioned if it was the right thing to do at his age. It's clear that the actor is in good health and has the financial resources to provide for his child, but there are still some who believe it is a selfish act.

     No matter what side of the debate you are on, it is clear that Robert De Niro has made a bold decision and will be a very old father. It will be interesting to see how he manages to juggle his career and his role as a father in his later years. Only time will tell how his decision will pan out, but for now, he is undoubtedly enjoying the joys of fatherhood.

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