Hollywood superstar Leonardo DiCaprio recently shared a hilarious and heartwarming anecdote from the sets of Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed film, 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'. The actor revealed how a visit from his parents led to a funny moment of disbelief with his co-star, Brad Pitt.
A Surprise Visit on the Tarantino Set
In a candid interview with Times Magazine, Leonardo DiCaprio recalled inviting his father, George DiCaprio, and his stepmother to the film's set. He wanted to give them a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the major motion picture. The filming was recreating the vibe of 1969 Los Angeles, a period central to the film's plot.
The visit took an amusing turn during a scene shot outside the legendary Musso & Frank Grill on Hollywood Boulevard. As DiCaprio and Pitt were turning a corner during the shoot, DiCaprio spotted his parents among the crowd of background artists, known as extras.
"Yeah, Right": Brad Pitt's Hilarious Disbelief
DiCaprio pointed them out to his fellow actor, saying, "That's my dad, and that's my stepmom there." Pitt's immediate reaction was one of pure skepticism. He laughed it off, retorting, "Ha, ha. Yeah, right."
The 'Titanic' star explained that his parents had blended into the 1969-era crowd so seamlessly that Pitt was convinced it was just a joke. DiCaprio tried hard to convince Pitt he was telling the truth, but the co-star remained unconvinced in the moment. "It was an amazing moment. I'll never forget that moment," DiCaprio concluded with a smile.
Why the Perfect Disguise Worked
The reason for Brad Pitt's disbelief lies in the authentic style of DiCaprio's parents. The actor provided more context, revealing that his father was deeply involved in the hippie counterculture movement, and his personal wardrobe still reflects that era's fashion.
Furthermore, his stepmother is a Sikh woman, whose everyday attire also naturally aligned with the film's late-60s aesthetic. Their personal clothing choices were a perfect, unplanned match for the film's meticulously designed setting. This coincidence made them indistinguishable from the professionally dressed extras, creating the perfect comedic misunderstanding between the two A-list stars.
The story offers a charming glimpse into the lighter moments on the set of a major Hollywood production and highlights the unique, personal histories that actors bring with them to their work.
