The iconic on-screen relationship between Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet may have been tragically doomed by an iceberg in “Titanic,” but in reality, the bond between the co-stars has only grown stronger over the years.
During an interview recently published by The Guardian, Winslet expressed how she was deeply moved to tears when reuniting with DiCaprio after a three-year gap.
Like many friends separated by distance, their time apart was further prolonged by the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Overwhelmed by emotions, Winslet, who primarily resides in England, shared, “I couldn’t stop crying.
I’ve known him for half my life!
It’s not like I could just bump into him in New York or London for a casual dinner or coffee catch-up.”
Reflecting on the impact of the pandemic on their friendship, she added, “We’ve been stuck in our respective countries.
Just like countless friendships worldwide, we missed each other due to COVID.
He’s not just a friend; he’s a close friend.
Our bond is eternal.”
Winslet, renowned for her Oscar-winning performance in “The Reader” in 2009, has been experiencing a resurgence in her career.
Her recent Emmy win for portraying police detective Mare Sheehan in the HBO series “Mare of Easttown,” alongside Evan Peters, has garnered praise.
Notably, her character’s understated wardrobe in the show led The Guardian to hail her as a “pandemic style icon” earlier this year.
Despite her current successes, Winslet cherishes the role that catapulted her to fame in 1997’s “Titanic,” where she starred opposite DiCaprio.
Recalling the filming experience, she reminisced, “I celebrated my 21st birthday on the set, while Leo turned 22.”
While the duo also collaborated in the 2008 drama “Revolutionary Road,” it is their unforgettable portrayal of Rose DeWitt Bukater and Jack Dawson in “Titanic” that etched them into cinematic history for eternity, depicting a romance that blossomed amidst tragedy aboard a sinking ship.
In the 24 years since the film’s release, DiCaprio has been vocal about the challenges they faced during production, which exceeded the initial budget of $180 million.
Addressing DiCaprio’s candid remarks, Winslet acknowledged his perspective but humorously noted, “He had way more days off than I did, that’s for sure.” She emphasized her upbringing instilled gratitude within her, pushing her to persevere through any hardships without complaint.
Reflecting on her mindset during filming, she quipped, “I believed in being grateful and carrying on.
If I was unhappy, I would never let it
