Archive · 26 Dec 2025
Brad Pitt Mistook DiCaprio's Parents as Extras
Leonardo DiCaprio shared a funny story about when Brad Pitt met his parents during the filming of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'.
DiCaprio's stepmom follows Sikhism, and his dad is from the hippie counterculture.
When DiCaprio introduced them to Pitt, Pitt thought they were extras in the movie because of how they dressed.
DiCaprio found it amusing and said he'll never forget the moment.
The film is set in 1969 Los Angeles and also stars Margot Robbie, Margaret Qualley, and Dakota Fanning.
Leonardo DiCaprio's parents, George DiCaprio and Peggy Ann Farrar, met Brad Pitt during the filming of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'.
Pitt mistook them for extras due to their unique style and appearance.
DiCaprio found the situation amusing and recalled it during a conversation with TIME.
The 2019 film is directed by Quentin Tarantino and set in 1969 Los Angeles.
Other key cast members include Margot Robbie, Margaret Qualley, and Dakota Fanning.
- Who
- Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, George DiCaprio, Peggy Ann Farrar
- What
- Brad Pitt mistook DiCaprio's parents for extras on the set of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'
- When
- During the filming of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' in 2019
- Where
- Los Angeles, California
- Why
- DiCaprio's parents' unique style and appearance led to the confusion
- Actors Involved
- Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt
- Film
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
- Director
- Quentin Tarantino
- Year of Release
- 2019
- Setting
- Los Angeles, 1969
- Other Key Cast
- Margot Robbie, Margaret Qualley, Dakota Fanning
Sources
Why Brad Pitt Thought Leonardo DiCaprio's Parents Were "Extras" In Once Upon A Time In Hollywood After Their First Meeting
Brad Pitt thought Leonardo DiCaprio’s Sikh mother, ‘hippy’ father were ‘extras’ on Once Upon A Time In Hollywood set: ‘This is how they dress…’
Brad Pitt thought Leonardo DiCaprio's parents were 'extras' on 'Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood' set: 'Will never forget that moment'
Leonardo DiCaprio reveals that his stepmother is Sikh, recalls Brad Pitt’s reaction
