Meryl Streep Reveals Robert De Niro Is The Worst At Charades

Hollywood legends Meryl Streep and Robert De Niro may share several Oscars, but they apparently do not share any natural talent for party games. During a recent appearance on the "Today" show, Streep playfully outed her longtime friend and collaborator as "the worst" person to have on a charades team, noting that the gritty actor’s skills do not translate to the living room floor.

The lighthearted revelation came as Streep reflected on their decades-long friendship, which spans back to their work on the 1978 classic "The Deer Hunter." Despite his reputation for intense, transformative performances on screen, Streep suggested that De Niro struggles significantly when it comes to the silent, physical cues required to win a round of the popular social game.

The anecdote offers a rare, humanizing glimpse into the private lives of two of cinema's most respected icons. While fans are used to seeing them command the screen in heavy dramas, the image of a frustrated or confused De Niro failing at charades highlights a more relatable side of their Hollywood royalty status.

As the two stars continue to support one another's careers, fans should watch for more shared appearances where the pair often trade friendly barbs and nostalgic stories. This latest admission proves that even the greatest actors of a generation have their professional limits when the cameras aren't rolling.

This report was originally published by People.com.