India, April 30 -- Airyn, daughter of veteran Hollywood actors Robert De Niro and Toukie Smith, has come out as transgender. In an interview with Them on Tuesday, the 29-year-old aspiring model reflected on her personal transformation and identity. She and her twin brother Julian are among the seven children of the 81-year-old Oscar-winning actor.

"There's a difference between being visible and being seen. I've been visible. I don't think I've been seen yet," Airyn said.

Her remarks came after a recent public appearance sparked coverage by a few media outlets, which, according to Airyn, contained inaccuracies. "They just sort of reminded me that people really don't know anything about me," she added.

The interview also addressed the pe...