Actress America Ferrara opens up about tearful encounters with Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, sharing the emotional rollercoaster of meeting childhood idols. Join her journey from SAG Awards tears to recent compliments at the Governors Awards. Discover the vulnerability behind the glitz and glamour of Hollywood.
Meeting Leonardo DiCaprio – A Dream Come True
America Ferrara, the 39-year-old actress known for her role in “Ugly Betty,” recently shared an emotional encounter with Leonardo DiCaprio during an appearance on “Late Night with Seth Meyers.”
Childhood Crush Unveiled at SAG Awards
Ferrara won the best female actor in a comedy series award for “Ugly Betty” at the 2007 SAG Awards. It was there that she came face-to-face with her teenage crush, Leonardo DiCaprio.
Starstruck and Overwhelmed
Despite feeling a sense of belonging at the awards ceremony, Ferrara couldn’t contain her emotions upon meeting DiCaprio. She recalled bursting into tears, much to the embarrassment of her then-boyfriend, now-husband, Ryan Piers Williams.
Comedic Celebrity Encounters
During the interview, Seth Meyers also shared his own experience of meeting Julia Roberts, emphasising how starstruck moments can happen unexpectedly in the entertainment industry.
Tom Hanks – Another Iconic Encounter
Ferrara also revealed another recent starstruck moment when Tom Hanks complimented her performance in “Barbie.” She expressed her childhood admiration for Hanks and how surreal it felt to receive praise from him.
Oscars Nomination and Hollywood Dreams
Amidst these emotional encounters, Ferrara reflects on her recent Oscar nomination for her role in “Barbie.” The actress, who dreamed of becoming Tom Hanks as a child, now finds herself competing for the prestigious award at the upcoming Academy Awards.
A Nod from Hollywood Royalty
Ferrara shares the surreal moment when Tom Hanks praised her performance at the Governors Awards. Her admiration for Hanks since childhood adds an extra layer of significance to the compliment, making it a memorable highlight in her Hollywood journey.