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LEONARDO DICAPRIO: “CARELESSLY MASCULINE” OR COMMON SLOB?

He may LOOK like just another dopey guy on the street with his cargo shorts and baseball cap, but in spite of the PLASTIC bag tied to his sagging pants, Leonardo DiCaprio, 42, does more than just talk about saving the environment. With partners, he bought a 104 acre island off Belize that has been depleted of plants and fish. The investors plan to restore and replant the island and build a lush but environmentally friendly and sustainable resort there. They hope it will become a showcase and model for the future. It’s an expensive proposition, but Leo and friends aim to open the resort next year.

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LEONARDO DICAPRIO FLIES BY PRIVATE JET, BUT HE WANTS US TO CONSERVE FUEL!

We had to laugh at the National Enquirer story accusing Leonardo DiCaprio of “Oscar worthy hypocrisy” when it comes to saving the planet. In his Oscar acceptance speech Leo rambled on about climate change and the need for everyone to work together. (Meaning everyone but HIMSELF!) The Enquirer quoted Leo as saying “Our planet cannot be saved unless we leave fossil fuels in the ground where they belong!” Yet Leo doesn’t give up his OWN comforts. The tabloid pointed out that Leo consistently flies by PRIVATE JET and frequently is seen lounging on gigantic yachts that guzzle enormous quantities of fuel. Of course he owns huge homes and properties in New York and LA that use massive amounts of water and electricity. But he cares about the environment, so he wants US to conserve!

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