At a Glance
- Teyana Taylor confirmed Leonardo DiCaprio was talking to her in the viral clip
- The pair were discussing animated film KPop Demon Hunters winning at the ceremony
- Taylor and DiCaprio costarred in One Battle After Another, which earned Taylor her first Golden Globe
- Why it matters: Fans finally learn the mystery behind DiCaprio’s animated conversation that captivated social media
Teyana Taylor has solved the mystery of what Leonardo DiCaprio was saying and who he was speaking to in the viral clip from Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards that had fans speculating online.
The clip, posted on the Golden Globes official TikTok page, shows DiCaprio enthusiastically chatting across the table during the January 11 ceremony. While the identity of his conversation partner and topic remained unknown initially, Taylor revealed in a January 13 interview with Access Hollywood that she was the one speaking with her One Battle After Another costar.
“He’s talking to me, yes,” Taylor confirmed, explaining they were discussing the animated film KPop Demon Hunters winning at the awards show.
The KPop Demon Hunters Connection
Taylor explained that her excitement over KPop Demon Hunters’ victory sparked the animated discussion with DiCaprio.
“I want to say we might have been talking about KPop Demon Hunters, because I was so happy when they won, because my kids love KPop Demon Hunters,” Taylor said. “So I was over there just jamming and I think he caught me jamming and that’s when we started talking about it.”
The 35-year-old actress and singer, who won her first Golden Globe that night, admitted she “blacked out” for most of the evening’s events. However, she distinctly remembers bonding with DiCaprio over the animated film and sharing how much her daughters love it.
“I do remember jamming so hard when ‘Golden’ by KPop Demon Hunters came on,” Taylor recalled. “We went into this whole spiel about how Junie and Rue love KPop Demon Hunters … but I didn’t know that that whole moment was being captured.”
A Family Bond
Taylor’s daughters, Iman “Junie” Tayla Shumpert Jr., 10, and Rue Rose Shumpert, 5, are apparently big fans of KPop Demon Hunters, making the film’s win particularly meaningful for the actress.
The conversation between Taylor and DiCaprio showcased a lighter side of the typically serious actor that surprised many fans. According to Taylor, this playful demeanor is characteristic of her costar.
“It makes so much more sense when I tell the story about us first meeting each other,” Taylor said, describing how both she and DiCaprio were chewing gum when they first met. “He’s a good time.”
From Costars to Close Friends
The relationship between Taylor and DiCaprio extends beyond their work together. Taylor revealed they “instantly became best buds” after meeting at Diana Ross’ birthday party several years ago.
“That is really my family,” Taylor said of the 51-year-old actor. “That’s my wingman, my partner in crime!”
Their friendship clearly translated to their on-screen work in One Battle After Another, which earned Taylor her first Golden Globe award. The pair’s easy chemistry and genuine affection for each other was evident both in their film performance and during the awards ceremony.
The Viral Moment
The original TikTok clip that sparked widespread speculation showed DiCaprio in an unusually animated state, gesturing enthusiastically while speaking across the table. The Golden Globes’ social media team captured the moment without initially identifying who the actor was addressing.
Fans quickly began speculating about both the identity of DiCaprio’s conversation partner and the topic that had him so engaged. Some wondered if he was discussing the awards, while others theorized about potential future projects.
Taylor’s revelation that they were simply sharing excitement over KPop Demon Hunters’ win adds a wholesome element to the viral moment that resonated with many viewers.
Taylor’s Historic Win
While the viral clip provided entertainment for fans, the evening held much greater significance for Taylor personally. Her win for One Battle After Another marked her first Golden Globe victory, making the night a milestone in her career.
Despite admitting to “blacking out” during much of the ceremony, Taylor clearly remembers key moments like her conversation with DiCaprio and her excitement over KPop Demon Hunters’ success. These memories now serve as cherished parts of her first Golden Globe experience.
Behind the Scenes Bonding
The Access Hollywood interview revealed how Taylor and DiCaprio’s friendship extends beyond formal industry events. Their initial meeting at Diana Ross’ birthday party created an immediate bond that has lasted through their work together and beyond.
This genuine friendship likely contributed to their on-screen chemistry in One Battle After Another, helping Taylor deliver the performance that earned her critical acclaim and her first Golden Globe.
The viral moment at the awards ceremony simply captured two friends sharing genuine excitement over a film they both appreciated, with Taylor’s personal connection through her daughters making KPop Demon Hunters’ win particularly meaningful.
Key Takeaways:
- Leonardo DiCaprio’s animated Golden Globes conversation was with costar Teyana Taylor
- The pair were celebrating KPop Demon Hunters’ win at the ceremony
- Taylor’s daughters are big fans of the animated film
- The viral moment showcased the genuine friendship between the two actors
- Taylor won her first Golden Globe that night for One Battle After Another
