Hollywood actor wades into B.C. fish farm debate
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio took to Instagram to highlight the Canadian government’s possible extension of salmon farm licences. On social media he publicly opposed the change, and environmentalists are concerned that such farms threaten wild salmon.
Environment
Mar 29
‘Bones of Crows’ highlights the resilience of Indigenous voices
We sit down with actor Grace Dove, who takes on the captivating role of ‘Aline’ in the psychological drama ‘Bones of Crows.’ We highlight the importance of this film in shedding light on Canada’s residential school system, the representation of Indigenous performers. She also talks about starring alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in his Oscar-winning role in...
The Morning Show
Jun 5, 2023
B.C. actor Grace Dove stars in new Leonardo DiCaprio film ‘The Revenant’
Sun, Jan 3: “The Revenant” is the latest Hollywood film generating Oscar buzz. The movie stars Leonardo DiCaprio as a 19th century explorer who’s left for dead in the wilderness. It also features some local talent — including an actor got her start in Prince George. Here’s Grace Ke.
Entertainment
Jan 3, 2016
Stars and social issues take centre stage at Oscars
Mon, Feb 29: Hollywood’s biggest night turned out to be more about issues than statues. Oh, and Leonardo DiCaprio finally won. Mike Drolet reports.
Global National
Feb 29, 2016
DiCaprio gives impassioned speech calling for bold action on climate change
U.S. actor Leonardo DiCaprio accepted the World Economic Forum’s 2016 Crystal Award for his contributions to improving the state of the world.
Entertainment
Jan 19, 2016
Brazil president partly blames Leonardo DiCaprio for Amazon fires
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday claimed social media Friday that actor Leonardo DiCaprio had funded nonprofit groups that he said are partly responsible for fires in the Amazon this year.
World
Nov 30, 2019
Leonardo DiCaprio asks President Obama to grade global response to climate change
During a discussion on climate change in Washington, DC Monday, actor Leonardo DiCaprio asked U.S. President Barack Obama to “grade the global response to the climate change movement thus far?” Obama gave the movement an “incomplete” but said the world can “still pass the course.”
Politics
Oct 3, 2016
Barack Obama, Leonardo DiCaprio discuss possibility of carbon tax
During a panel discussion on climate change on Monday, U.S. President Barack Obama, actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Dr. Katharine Hayhoe spoke about the possibility of a carbon tax in the near future and what that tax would mean.
Politics
Oct 3, 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio urges US voters to consider climate change ahead of election
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio got political during an acceptance speech at the Hollywood Film Awards on Sunday, urging voters to be mindful of climate change when they cast their ballots on Tuesday.
Entertainment
Nov 7, 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio Talks ‘Ice On Fire’
Producer-narrator Leonardo DiCaprio discusses “Ice on Fire”, a new documentary highlighting visionaries and scientists working to avoid catastrophic climate-related events.
Entertainment
Jun 12, 2019
Thai beach from Leonardo DiCaprio movie closes again due to over-tourism
Maya Bay, on Phi Phi Leh island in the Andaman Sea, will be closed to all visitors for four months annually starting this June to allow for the recovery of the battered coral reefs and sea life.
World
Mar 29, 2018
Brad Pitt Says He’s Leaving Stunts To Tom Cruise
Brad Pitt might play a stuntman in “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood”, but it doesn’t mean he’ll be doing any stunts on his next movie – he says he’ll be leaving those to Tom Cruise. Plus, Pitt and co-star Leonardo DiCaprio talk about finally teaming up in Quentin Tarantino’s ninth feature film which premiered...
Entertainment
May 22, 2019
Quentin Tarantino Accepts Palm Dog At Cannes
While he may or may not win the Palme d’Or with his Cannes Film Festival entry, “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood”, Quentin Tarantino accepted this year’s Palm Dog Awards for Brandy, the rottweiler who stars in the film alongside Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Entertainment
May 24, 2019
‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ London Premiere
Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, and Leonardo DiCaprio sprinkled some old Hollywood magic on London at the premiere of “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”. The trio shared what it was like to work with legendary director Quentin Tarantino.
Entertainment
Jul 31, 2019
‘Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’ Los Angeles Premiere
It was a star-studded event at the Los Angeles premiere of “Once Upon a Time In Hollywood”. Co-stars Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, and director Quentin Tarantino hit the red carpet along with other celebs, including Chris Hemsworth, Snoop Dogg, and a surprise appearance by Britney Spears. Noticeably absent was Luke Perry, whose role...
Entertainment
Jul 23, 2019
Go behind the bear attack in ‘The Revenant’
Sat, Feb 27: The part of the bear in the Revenant film was played by BC stuntman Glenn Ennis, who studied video of bear movements — and violent videos of bear attacks — before donning a massive, bright blue suit to film with Leonardo DiCaprio. Squire Barnes reports.
Global National
Feb 27, 2016
Justin Trudeau responds to Leo DiCaprio’s climate change jab
Fri, Jan 22: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he told Leonardo DiCaprio “inflamed rhetoric” isn’t helping to address Canada’s climate change targets.
Jan 22, 2016
Global National Top Headlines: Jan 11
The top headlines of Global National with Dawna Friesen for Monday, January 11 include: the death of legendary singer David Bowie; Canadian man Colin Rutherford is finally free after the Taliban held him for five years in Afghanistan; and how actor Leonardo DiCaprio highlighted the environmental concerns on First Nations lands.
Global National
Jan 11, 2016
DiCaprio speaks about First Nations in Golden Globes speech
Mon, Jan 11: Actor Leonardo DiCaprio used his Golden Globes acceptance speech to deliver a message about aboriginal and environmental issues, making a point about what he thinks is wrong here in Canada. Robin Gill reports on the message and the reaction here.
Global National
Jan 11, 2016
Celebrities react to Trump’s Paris pact exit
Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael Moore and others sound off on Trump’s exit from the Paris climate agreement
The Morning Show
Jun 2, 2017