Lights, camera, controversy! The Gotham Awards took a surprising turn when Robert De Niro, the iconic star of Killers of the Flower Moon, took a stand against censorship, accusing Apple of meddling with his speech during the event.
As De Niro stepped up to the podium to introduce the Historical Icon and Creator Tribute award, he quickly realized that parts of his speech had been mysteriously snipped. Unfazed by the unexpected editing, the seasoned actor decided to throw caution to the wind and read out the original, uncut version.
“History isn’t history anymore. Truth isn’t truth, and even facts are being replaced by alternative facts and driven by conspiracy theories and ugliness,”
declared De Niro, unleashing a verbal torrent that touched on everything from Native American history to former President Donald Trump’s alleged lies.
The plot thickened when De Niro pointed fingers at Apple, the studio behind Killers of the Flower Moon, for the alleged interference.
He expressed his displeasure, exclaiming,
“I don’t feel like thanking them at all after what they did. How dare they do that, actually?”
This isn’t the first time Robert De Niro has taken a swing at Trump, but it’s undoubtedly one of the most publicized instances of his unfiltered opinions. Known for his no-holds-barred approach, De Niro’s bold move at the Gotham Awards has sparked a debate on artistic freedom and corporate influence in the entertainment industry.
As the news circulates, fans are left wondering what this could mean for future awards shows and whether De Niro’s rebellion will ignite a new era of unapologetic speeches in Hollywood. One thing’s for sure – in a world of scripted moments, De Niro’s unscripted outburst has stolen the spotlight and given us all something to talk about.
