Renowned Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio is not just famous in the United States; his popularity extends globally, even reaching the hearts of audiences in India. Recently, DiCaprio opened up about his personal life, revealing that his stepmother is Sikh, a revelation that left everyone fascinated.
In an interview with Time Magazine, the Titanic star discussed his family dynamics. He talked about his stepmother, a practicing Sikh, sparking curiosity among fans about the actor's connection to India.
What is Leonardo DiCaprio's India Connection?
During the interview, DiCaprio stated, 'My stepmother is Sikh. My father arose from the counterculture of the hippie movement, having been raised between San Francisco and Los Angeles. He spent significant time amongst those involved in the underground art scene in Los Angeles during the 1970s.'
It should be noted that DiCaprio's stepmother, Peggy DiCaprio, honors her Sikh faith by wearing a turban and is often seen in traditional Indian attire. She embraced this faith years ago, though she began wearing the turban more recently. Peggy married George DiCaprio in 1995, and they have a son, Adam Farrar, Leonardo's stepbrother. She is George's second wife, after he and Leonardo's mother, Irmelin Indenbirken, divorced when Leonardo was just a year old.
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How Did Brad Pitt React?
On another occasion, DiCaprio recounted that his father and stepmother visited the set of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,' but co-star Brad Pitt refused to believe they were his parents. Leo shared, 'I remember when we turned off Hollywood Boulevard at Musso & Frank. I told Brad, “Those are my dad and stepmom,
