De Niro's Emotional Cannes Honor: DiCaprio Presents Palme d'Or

Cannes Film Festival: Leonardo DiCaprio Honors Robert De Niro with Honorary Palme d'Or The 76th Cannes Film Festival opened with a touching tribute to Robert De Niro. Leonardo DiCaprio, a longtime colleague and friend, presented De Niro with the Honorary Palme d'Or for his lifetime achievement in cinema. The ceremony, held on May 13th, was filled with emotion as De Niro, visibly moved, accepted the prestigious award. "Cannes brings us together — storytellers, filmmakers, fans, and friends. It’s like coming home," De Niro shared in a statement prior to the event, highlighting the festival's significance in the cinematic world. The two actors first shared the screen in the 1993 film "This Boy's Life." Their recent collaboration on Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon" further cemented their bond. The video captures De Niro's emotional response, underscoring the deep respect and admiration the industry holds for his career. The event served as a powerful reminder of De Niro's enduring legacy and the lasting impact of his work on cinema.