Bob De Niro's Mafia Furballs: Canine Co-stars Shine at "The Alto Knights" Premiere
Hollywood Stars' Canine Co-stars' Big Screen Journeys - Star's Hollywood debut featuring canine counterparts at film premiere
Let's talk about the highly-anticipated film "The Alto Knights," starring the one and only Bob De Niro - yep, that's right, our 81-year-old legend! And it's not just his acting skills that are stealing the show - his furry companions are joining the celebration too.
Decked Out and Dapper
On the red carpet of the US premiere in New York, Bob, along with his partner Tiffany Chen (46), paraded his adorable pooches. Dressed in a suit, sunglasses, and all, Bob strutted his stuff while Chen carried their canine stars in her arms, ready for the cameras to flash. Dazzling in black velvet and a loving motherly glow, Chen made sure the world knew who her precious pups were.
A Tale of the Underworld
Now, if you're wondering what "The Alto Knights" is all about, here’s the lowdown. This movie project has been in development since the ‘70s, and it's based on a brutal conflict between mafia bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello in the ‘50s, which eventually shaped the control of New York City. Besides Bob, the star-studded ensemble includes Debra Messing (56) and Cosmo Jarvis ("Shogun," 35).
The Paw-some Casting Scoop
In a chat with the "BBC's The One Show," Bob spilled the beans on how his furry friends secured their roles in the flick. Apparently, his girlfriend, who happens to be a proud dog owner, had a brainwave: "Hey, why not include these dogs or even one of them in the story?" And voilà, a canine audition was set up, and the rest, as they say, is history.
As for their high-fashion mafia attire, Bob himself came up with the idea of dressing the pups in mink coats and hats to withstand the cold weather while keeping it mafioso chic. The iconic look was a hit at the movie's premiere, making these pups the must-see stars of "The Alto Knights."
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- At the US premiere of "The Alto Knights" in New York, the 81-year-old actor Robert De Niro, accompanied by his partner Tiffany Chen, showcased his canine co-stars on the red carpet, dressed elegantly with sunglasses and mink coats.
- During an interview with the "BBC's The One Show," Robert De Niro revealed that his girlfriend, a dog owner, proposed the idea of including dogs in the "The Alto Knights" film, eventually leading to heated canine auditions.
- The star-studded ensemble of "The Alto Knights," including Robert De Niro, embraced the mafioso chic aesthetic for their canine co-stars, dressed in mink coats and hats, making them the center of attention at the film's New York premiere.
