The money is intended to help people in need – but does nothing to combat the hatred of the actor online.
Leonardo DiCaprio has announced a donation of one million US dollars (around 972,000 euros) for the victims of the fires in his hometown of Los Angeles. The money news was met online not only with applause, but also with criticism of his previous behavior.
Should help acutely, but also support reconstruction
In his Instagram story, the mime explained himself with the words: “The wildfires in Los Angeles are devastating for our city. “I am making $1 million available in collaboration with Rewild’s Rapid Response Program to support both urgent needs and post-fire recovery efforts.”
What people online now dislike
A gesture that was not well received by everyone. It was previously reported in the media that the 50-year-old allegedly fled the fires to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, on his private jet. This was not to the liking of some people online who found it hypocritical that the man who was committed to climate protection would not help on site but would instead flee on a private plane. Comments like this are increasing via X:
DiCaprio himself has not yet commented on internet hate.
How cash flow works
The chunk of money will probably be divided among different organizations. These include the Los Angeles Fire Department, the California Fire Foundation, the Pasadena Humane Society and the World Central Kitchen. Further concrete information is still pending.