Leonardo DiCaprio Makes Political Statement in Golden Globes 2016 Acceptance Speech (Video)

Leonardo DiCaprio is all smiles while accepting his trophy on stage at the 2016 Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday (January 10) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The 41-year-old actor won the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama for his work in The Revenant, which also won Best Picture – Drama.

After Leo thanked everyone involved in the movie, he went on to make a political statement that involved the themes of the film.

“Lastly, I want to share this award with all the First Nations people represented in this film and all the indigenous communities around the world. It is time that we recognize your history and that we protect your indigenous lands from corporate interests and people that are out there to exploit them. It is time that we heard your voice and protected this planet for future generations!” Leo said.