Robert De Niro owns 18 dogs

Robert De Niro, famous for roles in films like Taxi Driver and The Godfather, has 18 small dogs at his home in New York, according to an interview with Interview Magazine.

Friends describe De Niro's dogs as lively

His friend Woody Harrelson described visiting De Niro's home and being greeted by "an army of free-spirited balls of fluff," with nine dogs coming to the door. Harrelson noted that the dogs "seem to do absolutely whatever they want."

De Niro's dog ownership contrasts with his public image

This number of dogs is notable given De Niro's public image as a tough and intimidating figure. He mentioned having "more than ten dogs" under his roof during a 2022 visit to an American podcast, and he humorously admitted he might not know all their names by heart.

De Niro's dogs appear in public and film

De Niro's passion for dogs extends beyond his private life. He has been photographed with his dogs on official trips, including red carpet events, alongside his partner Tiffany Chen. Additionally, two of his dogs, Lily and Annie, have appeared in films, indicating that the love for dogs is a family tradition within the De Niro family.