Robert De Niro's message for Donald Trump on his 80th birthday: 'Shut the f--- up'

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   Robert De Niro tells Trump to 'Shut the f--- up' at 80th birthday: 'Can’t love US under him'

   Robert De Niro publicly mocked Donald Trump’s 80th birthday with a four-word message, calling for him to 'Shut the f--- up' during a New York free speech event. The actor also declared he cannot 'love' the U.S. while Trump leads it, framing patriotism as complicity. His remarks drew from a June 14 rally tied to First Amendment advocacy. Sources confirm the exact language but differ on context and timing.

   What's confirmed:

   • Robert De Niro told Donald Trump to 'Shut the f--- up' in reference to his 80th birthday, using the phrase during a public event in New York on June 14, 2026.
   • De Niro stated he cannot 'love' the United States while Trump is president, comparing patriotism to an 'abused spouse saying they love their abuser'.
   • The remarks were made at the *Rise Up, Sing Out* free speech concert in New York City, organized by the revived Committee for the First Amendment.
   • De Niro’s criticism followed a rally explicitly targeting Trump’s administration, with partner groups including No Kings and Indivisible.
   • The event took place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, ahead of the U.S.’s 250th anniversary.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • De Niro’s message was delivered as part of a 'cinematic reference' to Trump, though specifics of the reference remain unclear.
   • The actor’s appearance was a 'surprise,' though no sources confirm whether it was pre-planned or spontaneous.
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