Hold up—Leonardo DiCaprio is making waves again, but this time it’s not for his acting chops. The Hollywood A-lister is under fire for what fans are calling a disrespectful snub during a traditional Fijian welcome ceremony. And boy, the internet is NOT happy about it!
In a now-viral TikTok video, Leo, dressed in his usual incognito look—dark cap, tracksuit, and sunglasses—was seen breezing past a group of Fijian performers on November 20 as they serenaded him with a farewell song at a hotel in Nadi. Instead of acknowledging the cultural gesture, Leo, ever the professional, totally ignored it while talking on the phone. And no, he didn’t even bother to throw a quick wave or a “thanks.” Just a lowered head and a rush to his waiting car.
Fans were quick to slam the star. “He didn’t even recognize the welcome,” one user pointed out. Another added, “At least a quick wave would have been nice.” But it didn’t stop there—people were furious at what they perceived as his snobbish behavior. One Fijian fan was especially salty, writing, “Don’t waste your energy, my Fiji whānau, he’s so disrespectful omg.”
But the drama didn’t end with the cold shoulder. Some even called out Leo for using the old “fake phone call” escape. “Haha, the old ‘fake call’ act,” one fan snickered. “Gets in the car, drops the phone,” they added. Seems like Leo was trying to make a quick getaway, but not before giving fans a reason to talk!
So, what’s the verdict—was this a genuine misunderstanding, or is Leo becoming the ultimate snob of Hollywood? The jury’s still out, but one thing’s for sure—fans aren’t letting this one slide. Looks like Leo’s latest exit will be remembered for all the wrong reasons!