Leonardo DiCaprio has opened up about the personal shift he has experienced since turning 50. The actor revealed that the milestone has brought a noticeable shift in how he spends his time. It has also pushed him to prioritize honesty.
Leonardo DiCaprio opens up about turning 50
Leonardo DiCaprio has reflected on reaching his 50th birthday, describing how the milestone has altered his outlook on life.
Speaking for Esquire‘s Mavericks of Hollywood edition with director Paul Thomas Anderson, the actor revealed that although his official age is now 50, he feels decades younger. When Anderson posed the question, “If you didn’t know how old you are, how old are you right now?” DiCaprio’s rapid reply was “Thirty-two.” Later, he clarified that he feels “emotionally 35.”
Looking back on the experience of turning 50 last year, DiCaprio explained that it has prompted him to live with greater honesty. He said, “Well, it creates a feeling like you have a desire to just be more honest and not waste your time. I can only imagine how the next few decades are going to progress.”
DiCaprio credits his mother, Irmelin, as a model for this mindset. He describes her as someone who “just says exactly what she thinks and wastes no time. She spends no time trying to fake it.” The actor noted that this more direct approach affects all areas of his life. He acknowledged that honesty can sometimes lead to disagreements or even the end of relationships. However, he emphasized, “It’s that you just don’t want to waste your time anymore.”
In his upcoming work, DiCaprio stars in Anderson’s One Battle After Another, which is scheduled to release on September 26. The drama centers on Bob Ferguson, a former revolutionary struggling in his role as the father of a teenage daughter, Willa, played by newcomer Chase Infiniti. The other cast members include Teyana Taylor, Benicio Del Toro, and Sean Penn. Anderson serves as both writer and director for the film.
