‘It’s Too Late’: Keanu Reeves at 52 Gave up on Becoming a Dad While Robert de Niro at 79 Welcomed 7th Kid
Keanu Reeves and Robert De Niro, two esteemed actors, have contrasting experiences with fatherhood. De Niro, at 79, recently welcomed his seventh child, reveling in fatherhood and cherishing time with his children.
Conversely, Reeves endured a tragic loss when his partner, Jennifer Syme, gave birth to a stillborn child, leaving him emotionally scarred. This loss led to the end of their relationship, and Reeves grappled with grief and depression.
Reeves’ past trauma has made him hesitant about embracing fatherhood again, despite finding love with actress Alexandra Grant. While their relationship is strong, Reeves remains uncertain about starting a family, haunted by past tragedies.
In contrast, De Niro has enjoyed a more fortunate journey with fatherhood, relishing close relationships with all his children. His recent addition to the family with partner Tiffany Chen demonstrates his continued joy in parenthood, despite facing criticism for becoming a father at an older age.
Both actors navigate life’s complexities differently, with De Niro celebrating the joys of fatherhood and Reeves wrestling with the pain of loss.
