Robert De Niro stars in the second chapter of Zegna’s Defining Moments

Recognized as one of the greatest actors of our times, Robert De Niro needs no introduction. Benjamin Millepied, on the other hand, has spent most of his life outside the Hollywood spotlight. After a successful career dancing in some of the world’s most prestigious ballets, he founded the LA Dance Project and was the Director of Dance at the Paris Opera Ballet. Millepied also received international acclaim for his choreography in The Black Swan. He also had a leading role in the film, playing the Prince opposite Natalie Portman’s Swan.

Like McCaul Lombardi, protagonist of the first Defining Moments campaign, Millepied and De Niro possess an affinity that transcends age and heritage. Although the men represent two different generations, both share a love for New York, a natural penchant for elegance and an inner strength that permeates their characters.

Together in the city that never sleeps, Alessandro Sartori, Artistic Director for Ermenegildo Zegna, and film-maker Francesco Carrozzini initiated a dialogue with De Niro and Millepied. The two performers share their passions, values and moments that are now seen as milestones

De Niro and Millepied engage in an intimate conversation about life, artistic expression and unique defining moments. De Niro discusses his love for a city unlike any other; a city where freedom reigns and dreams are realized. Millepied naturally concurs. He came to New York to follow his dreams and is still struck by its rich culture and vibrant sense of opportunity. Amid an insightful interplay of ideas and experiences, De Niro and Millepied contemplate the demands of their respective trades, the marked differences between them and the power of creative spontaneity.

Along with this second phase of the global campaign, the Defining Moments platform on zegna.com will feature conversations from successful individuals of different ages, cultural backgrounds, from different parts of the world.