Depending on the audience, just uttering the name "Leonardo DiCaprio" can have masses of fans screaming and crying for a glimpse of the actor. Though Leo is definitely not a teen heartthrob anymore, his fan base has only grown over the years, and his fame seems to defy logic in a way.
After all, Leo is known for dating plenty of young (even half his age) models, and there's a long list of them making up his dating history. He's also been involved in what some say are sketchy business endeavors, including an environmental project that critics say isn't doing much of anything (or at least, not anything good).
Though some argue that Leonardo DiCaprio isn't even talented enough to warrant A-list status as an actor, the fact remains that he's hugely popular, a significant moneymaker for Hollywood, and beloved by millions.
But what makes him completely un-cancellable, despite rumored shady behaviors and his prolific dating habits?
Critics Say Leonardo DiCaprio Is Mostly Fake
One critic posed the question of why Leonardo DiCaprio is "so Teflon/uncancellable" while elaborating that they don't think the actor is talented in the first place.
Calling Leo (as well as his sorta-colleague Elon Musk) a "rich scammer" using environmental issues "as PR," the commenter asked how it is that DiCaprio has had such a long run in Hollywood with literally zero suspicion thrown his way.
Though one celebrity recently called Leo out, saying he needs a "reality check," most people are fine with maintaining the status quo -- and Leo as Hollywood's golden boy. But why?
Is Leonardo DiCaprio Really Scandal-Free?
Critics have a point that if Leo was anyone else, he'd probably be catching heat for his extensive relationship history with younger women, his bad habits (smoking is bad for the environment, Leo!), and being somewhat of an unapproachable personality.
There's also the fact that he literally chipped in on buying a private island (with other uber-rich folks), but has yet to develop the projects he seems to be planning.
Why Is Leonardo DiCaprio Untouchable?
Though the initial critic did a good job of explaining why Leo might not be the golden child fans think he is, others chimed in to explain why they think that is. And it starts with Leo's early days in Hollywood.
Calling him "Baby Leo," one response suggested that the "collective consciousness" sees Leo as his initial characters in early roles; 'What's Eating Gilbert Grape,' 'Titanic,' 'Romeo and Juliet.'
His "era of celebrity" was cemented by those cutesy roles, they say, which helped Leo get "more acclaimed" gigs later.
It wouldn't do for Leo's reputation to get away from him, so he stays under the radar and remains molded into those early '90s perceptions of him, fans suggest -- including picking his roles very carefully and keeping his personal business out of the spotlight.
