Robert De Niro launched an expletive-filled rant against Donald Trump at the Tony Awards on Sunday night.



The 74-year-old actor - who is a long-time critic of the US President - attended the glitzy ceremony at Radio City Music Hall in New York City to introduce a performance by legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen, but De Niro used the platform to slam the controversial politician.



With his fists raised towards the sky, De Niro explained: "I'm gonna say one thing. F**k Trump."



The Hollywood icon's statement prompted actors, directors and producers inside the hall to rise to their feet and applaud.