Dreams of glory turned into a crash.
Seven years ago, Roman Burtsev experienced a surge in popularity. Someone on the web drew attention to the fact that the guy looks a lot like Leonardo DiCaprio – and here we go. Articles in the press, broadcasts on the radio, even participation in the program “Live”.
A simple Russian lived in the city of Podolsk near Moscow, worked as a lifeguard and never before thought that he had common features with a Hollywood star. And when journalists started writing about him, he caught his moment of fame.
“The difference in kilograms is 50, but it is so similar”, “Russian Leo DiCaprio”, “You really look very much like Leo,” they write on social networks.
Screenshot of “Roman Burtsev” / Social Networks
Dreams of millions were shattered by the covid epidemic. In an interview with Mirror, the celebrity’s “brother on screen” complained that meetings with fans were forbidden, the mask covered his face and this is the main tool for making money.
In addition, advertisers turned away from 40-year-old Burtsev – the doppelgänger could not lose weight. He sold a three-room apartment and moved into a hostel with his parents.
Screenshot of “Roman Burtsev” / Social Networks
Photo source: Legion Media
Writer: Anna Pavlova
Source: Popcorn News
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