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John C. Reilly reveals he once tried to convince Leonardo DiCaprio to ditch Titanic for Boogie Nights—back when they were both young and Reilly believed Anderson was destined for greatness. DiCaprio, swayed by agents touting Titanic’s blockbuster potential, chose fame over a gritty masterpiece. Reilly reflects on how that decision shaped Leo’s career, calling it both a blessing and curse. Years later, DiCaprio finally worked with Anderson—proving Reilly’s faith was vindicated, even if it took 25 years. DiCaprio himself admits missing that role is his biggest regret. And with Reilly’s new film How to Rob a Bank hitting theaters this fall, the story serves as a reminder: early choices ripple through life in ways we never expect.

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