London (PTI) Actor Leonardo Dicaprio known for his eco friendly ways committed a blunder when he asked for a straw at a plastic-free event, the Mirror online reported.

"I am a big fan of recycling and saving the earth. I always preach to my family about it. I feel I can do something to help the world!," said the 34-year-old star at the 'Save The World' fundraiser event.

The actor famous for his eloquent speeches on environment issues, had to eat his words when he asked a waiter for a plastic straw only to be politely informed that it was a plastic-free event.