A Moving Moment on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” as Robert De Niro Honors Capitol Police
During a recent appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Robert De Niro’s routine talk show question took a poignant turn towards politics. While discussing his new Netflix film “Zero Day,” De Niro was asked by Colbert to name his heroes. After mentioning Marlon Brando and Nelson Mandela, De Niro also paid tribute to the Capitol Police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol during the violent attack on January 6, 2021.
Colbert then questioned De Niro about the challenges faced by Capitol Police officers in light of efforts to downplay the events of that day. De Niro expressed his admiration for the officers and acknowledged the difficult position they now find themselves in.
The interview took a poignant turn as De Niro and Colbert shared a moment of silence to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of the Capitol Police officers. The exchange serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of honoring those who put their lives on the line to protect others.
Watch the full interview for more insights from De Niro on this important topic.
