Sharon Stone is sharing intimate details from her Hollywood career, and one revelation has left fans and interviewers alike stunned. During a recent appearance on SiriusXM's "Radio Andy," the Oscar-nominated actress, now 68, made a bold declaration about her former co-star Robert De Niro.
A Dreamy Confession
With a dreamy-eyed expression, Stone proclaimed De Niro as the undisputed champion of on-screen romance. "Oh, my God. He's the best kisser in the business," she stated emphatically. The confession visibly surprised host Andy Cohen, who responded with disbelief: "Really? Is he?"
Stone didn't hesitate to elaborate, closing her eyes as if transported back in time. "Oh, he kissed me right out of my shoes," she sighed passionately, leaving no doubt about the intensity of their on-screen chemistry.
Casino Memories
The two legendary actors shared the screen in Martin Scorsese's acclaimed 1995 crime thriller "Casino." Stone portrayed Ginger, a cunning former showgirl who marries De Niro's character, Sam. Their complex relationship provided numerous dramatic moments, but one particular scene stands out in Stone's memory.
"We did this scene where I have to go to the bathroom, and because I play this hustler, I get him to give me money to go to the bathroom," Stone recalled. She described how her character demanded more than the initial $50 offered, prompting De Niro's character to produce $100 instead.
The Unforgettable Kiss
"And then I lean over and I kiss him," Stone revealed, explaining that this spontaneous moment became one of her most memorable cinematic experiences. She gushed that De Niro, now 82, "knocked [her] out" with the passionate smooch.
Director Martin Scorsese apparently agreed the first take was perfect, but asked if they wanted to film another version anyway. "We both looked at him and went, 'Yeah, I think maybe we need one more,'" Stone teased, suggesting neither actor minded the opportunity for additional takes.
Consistent Praise
This isn't the first time Stone has publicly admired De Niro's romantic skills. During a 2020 episode of "Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen," she expressed similar sentiments. "There was so much attached to [the kiss], but I was just so madly in love with him," she said of the Oscar-winning actor.
Stone went even further in her praise, declaring: "It was pretty fabulous. I don't know [if] I could compare anything else to that. Everything else was kind of meh." She humorously added that De Niro "probably could have hit [her] in the head with a hammer" and she still would have been infatuated with him.
Industry Reaction
HuffPost has reached out to De Niro's representatives for comment regarding Stone's remarks about his kissing prowess. The entertainment world now awaits to see if the legendary actor will respond to this flattering assessment from his former co-star.
Stone's candid revelation offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of one of Hollywood's most iconic films, reminding audiences that sometimes the most memorable moments in cinema come from genuine chemistry between performers.
