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Diahnne Abbott
Born (1945-05-01) May 1, 1945 (age 80)
Other names Diahnne Déa
Occupation Actress
Years active 1976–present
Spouse(s)
(m. 1976; div. 1988)
Children Drena De Niro
Raphael De Niro
Relatives Gregory Abbott (cousin)

Diahnne Abbott is an American actress born on May 1, 1945. She has appeared in several movies and TV shows since 1976.

About Diahnne Abbott's Family Life

Diahnne Abbott married the famous actor Robert De Niro in 1976. They had a son named Raphael that same year. Robert De Niro also adopted Diahnne's daughter, Drena, from a previous relationship. Diahnne and Robert later divorced in 1988.

Diahnne Abbott's Acting Career

Diahnne Abbott began her acting career in the 1970s. One of her first roles was in the 1976 movie Taxi Driver, where she acted alongside Robert De Niro.

Notable Film Roles

In 1977, Diahnne Abbott had a memorable part in the film New York, New York. In this movie, she sang the classic song "Honeysuckle Rose" by Fats Waller.

She also appeared in the 1983 film The King of Comedy. In this movie, she played a character who was admired by Robert De Niro's character. Diahnne Abbott also had a role in the 1986 film Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling, where she played the character of Mother.

Television Appearances

Besides movies, Diahnne Abbott also acted in television. She played the character of Sonia in the TV series Crime Story.

Family Connections in Music

Diahnne Abbott is related to the singer Gregory Abbott. He is her cousin and is well-known for his 1986 song "Shake You Down".

Diahnne Abbott's Filmography

Here is a list of some of the movies and TV shows Diahnne Abbott has been in:

Film Roles

Year Title Role
1976 Taxi Driver Concession Girl
1976 Welcome to L.A. Jeanette Ross
1977 New York, New York Harlem Club Singer
1982 The King of Comedy Rita Keane
1984 Love Streams Susan
1986 Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling Mother
2000 Before Night Falls Blanca Romero
2002 Soliloquy Leah

Television Roles

Year Title Role
1988 Crime Story Sonia

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