What was meant to be a lighthearted remark has quickly snowballed into controversy, as veteran actor Robert De Niro finds himself under fire for comments about working with Ariana Grande.
The 82-year-old star’s words, now being called “kind of insulting” by fans, have sparked a wave of backlash online, with many questioning the tone and intent behind his statement.
“Robert DeNiro… literally DESTROYING their own legacy in real time…” fumed one netizen.