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Robert De Niro. Career Beginnings and Early Success
Career Beginnings and Early Success
This timeline highlights the early stages of Robert De Niro's acting career, including his first roles and significant early successes.
1968
First Credited Role
De Niro's first credited screen role was in Brian de Palma's film 'Greetings'.
1973
Collaboration with Martin Scorsese
De Niro's first collaboration with Martin Scorsese was in the crime drama film 'Mean Streets'.
1974
Academy Award for 'The Godfather: Part II'
De Niro won his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as young Vito Corleone in 'The Godfather: Part II'.
1976
Breakthrough Role in 'Taxi Driver'
De Niro's portrayal of Travis Bickle in 'Taxi Driver' earned him an Oscar nomination and solidified his reputation as a versatile actor.
