AceShowbiz - Oscar-winning actor, Leonardo DiCaprio, has officially thrown his weight behind Kamala Harris for the upcoming presidential election, urging Americans to take urgent action on climate change.

In a poignant video posted to Instagram, DiCaprio, a long-time advocate for environmental causes, declared his support for Harris based on her strong stance and decisive action against climate change. He cited recent natural devastations, such as Hurricanes Helene and Milton, as examples of how climate change is creating "unnatural disasters."

"Donald Trump continues to deny the facts," DiCaprio asserted in the video. "He continues to deny the science. He withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Accords and rolled back critical environmental protections. Now he's promised the oil and gas industry that he'll get rid of any regulation they want in exchange for a billion-dollar donation.”

DiCaprio further emphasized the critical state of the environment, linking it directly to economic woes. "Climate change is killing the earth and ruining our economy. We need a bold step forward to save our economy, our planet and ourselves. That's why I'm voting for Kamala Harris," he declared.

The actor highlighted Harris's past achievements in climate policy, including helping to "lead the most significant climate action in U.S. history." He praised her goals such as achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and building a green economy that would not only create jobs but also help save the planet.

DiCaprio concluded his passionate plea with a direct call to action, "Join me in voting for Kamala Harris on Nov. 5, because we cannot afford to go backwards."

While DiCaprio's endorsement is significant, it comes amid a week where major publications like the LA Times and The Washington Post have chosen not to endorse any candidate, leading to controversial reactions, including drops in subscriptions and employee resignations.

Historically, DiCaprio has been vocal on political issues, particularly those related to climate change. Prior to the 2020 election, he attended a fundraiser for Joe Biden in Los Angeles, though he stopped short of an outright endorsement. In the 2016 election, he urged attendees at the Hollywood Film Awards to "vote for people who believe in the science of climate change."

The endorsement highlights the increasing importance of urgent climate action and stresses the critical role young voters play in shaping the future, driven by informed decisions and a collective call for sustainability.