The Godfather Portrayer term is composed of two crossword solutions, Brando (6 letters) and DeNiro (6 letters). Marlon Brando was an American actor who won two Academy Awards for his performances in The Godfather and On the Waterfront. He was also nominated for eight other Academy Awards. Robert DeNiro is an American actor, director, and producer who won two Academy Awards for his performances in The Godfather Part II and Raging Bull. He has been nominated for seven other Academy Awards. Both Brando and DeNiro are considered to be among the greatest actors of all time.