His Parents Supported Him
What else was Leo like, aside from his shyness and low confidence? Even back then, he already had dreams of becoming a true movie star. His parents were there to encourage him every step of the way. We are sure that they approved of the fact that he was going after his dreams!
Paving The Way For Him
While his parents were divorced, the two of them shared an appreciation of culture and love for their son. They guided Leo towards true cinema. In particular, they motivated him to follow in the footsteps of Robert De Niro. They would tell him, “Son, watch closely because this is what great acting looks like.”