Overview
- The Palm Springs International Film Festival confirmed DiCaprio could not attend due to transport disruptions and airspace restrictions.
- DiCaprio accepted the Desert Palm Achievement Award by video message, expressing regret that he could not be there in person.
- Variety, cited by Italian outlets, reported he was unable to depart St. Barts, where he had been vacationing in recent days.
- Coverage links the travel constraints to U.S. operations in Venezuela under President Donald Trump, a connection presented as media reporting rather than official attribution.
- Local updates from Palm Springs noted a same-day FAA air traffic control issue affecting Southern California departures, adding to travel complications.