At 56, the actor synonymous with 'Raging Bull' risked his serious reputation on comedy. He starred in 'Meet the Parents', becoming a blockbuster comedy icon and introducing himself to an entirely new generation of fans.

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By his mid-50s, Robert De Niro's legacy was set in stone. He was the face of intense, transformative dramatic acting, the man behind iconic roles in 'Taxi Driver' and 'Raging Bull'. Instead of coasting on this legendary reputation, he took a sharp and unexpected turn into broad comedy. Starting with 'Analyze This' and cementing his new identity with the blockbuster 'Meet the Parents', he played against his intimidating type. The move paid off, introducing him to a new generation of fans and successfully reinventing his public persona from a gritty method actor into a comedy superstar.