Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro, aged 79, welcomes seventh child

In an interview for ET Canada published on Tuesday, the 79-year-old spoke about his own family while promoting the upcoming comedy film About My Father.

When discussing Robert's experiences with fatherhood, the interviewer stated, "I know you have six kids," to which the actor replied, "Seven, actually."

"I just had a baby," he divulged.

Robert did not share any further details, such as the mother of the child. His representative confirmed the news.

Elsewhere in the interview, the Taxi Driver star reflected on the relationships he has with his children.

DiCaprio, De Niro, Bieber and more offer personal coronavirus fund prizes

People who give to the All In Challenge will be entered into a prize draw.

The campaign was launched on Tuesday to help feed vulnerable people in the US and has already raised $5.6m (£4.4m).

Ellen DeGeneres, Kevin Hart, Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber and many US sport stars have also offered donors a chance to get up close and personal.

Bieber has promised to fly to one lucky fan's house - once the lockdown is over - for a private performance of his 2009 hit One Less Lonely Girl.

Trump election: De Niro offered Italy welcome

"We are ready to welcome him with open arms," Antonio Cerio, the mayor of Ferrazzano, told local media.

De Niro has used strong language to describe Mr Trump, saying he would like "to punch him in the face".

The actor's ancestors emigrated from Ferrazzano in 1890.

Nowadays the little town is home to 3,000 residents, and appears ready to welcome one more.