Leonardo DiCaprio Faces Criticism for Evacuating LA Fires via Private Jet Amid Climate Advocacy

“Internet users slam DiCaprio’s private jet evacuation with partner Vittoria Ceretti, questioning his ‘climate warrior’ stance during a climate crisis.”

January 14, 2025: Leonardo DiCaprio and his partner, model Vittoria Ceretti, are under fire for using a private jet to evacuate from the raging wildfires in Los Angeles. The couple, accompanied by DiCaprio’s father, George DiCaprio, and stepmother, Peggy Ann Farrar, was spotted landing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, after departing from the fire-stricken city. While the evacuation aimed to escape a dangerous situation, it has sparked outrage online due to the environmental implications of private air travel.

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The backlash stems from DiCaprio’s long-standing reputation as a vocal advocate for climate change. The actor has funded $80 million in grants for climate change initiatives and frequently promotes eco-friendly practices. However, social media users were quick to point out the apparent contradiction in his actions, calling him out for contributing to carbon emissions during an ongoing climate crisis.

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Comments on X (formerly Twitter) highlighted the public’s frustration. One user wrote, “The eco-warrior shows his true colors! Never liked him. What a schmuck.” Another added, “Leonardo CLIMATE CHANGE DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti escape LA fires on private jet despite being ‘climate warrior’.” Others expressed their anger, labeling the move hypocritical given his environmental advocacy.

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The LA wildfires have caused massive destruction, with many residents, including celebrities, forced to flee. While stars like Eva Longoria, Halle Berry, and Miley Cyrus have contributed to relief efforts, others like Paris Hilton and Mandy Moore have suffered significant personal losses.

Despite the criticism, the evacuation sheds light on the challenges celebrities face in aligning their public personas with personal decisions during crises. It remains to be seen how DiCaprio addresses the growing backlash against his actions.

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