India, May 1 -- Robert De Niro had a heartwarming reaction to his daughter, Airyn, coming out as transgender. On Wednesday, the veteran actor told TMZ that he has nothing but "love and support" for the 29-year-old, whom he shares with his ex, Toukie Smith.

Following Airyn's revelation, Niro told the outlet, "I loved and supported Aaron as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter," adding, "I don't know what the big deal is ... I love all my children."

Airyn came out as trans on Tuesday, telling LGBTQIA+ publication Them, "I think a big part of [my transition] is also the influence black women have had on me." "I think stepping into this new identity, while also being more proud of my blackness, makes me feel closer to the...