On August 4, 2025, Leonardo DiCaprio was stopped by the Guardia Civil as he left a private party in Ibiza. The event, hosted by actor-singer Arón Piper to launch his new single, was attended by celebrities including Kendall Jenner, Miguel Ángel Silvestre, Jon Kortajarena, and Ester Expósito.
The party received scrutiny for its alleged illegality, as reported by journalist Sergio Garrido on TardeAR. DiCaprio, dressed in dark clothing, cooperated with the authorities by providing the necessary documentation and was subsequently allowed to leave.
Garrido suggested that the Guardia Civil intended to dismantle the “illegal” party, referencing DiCaprio’s encounter at a checkpoint. However, the Diario de Ibiza, citing GQ, reported that the police presence was due to overcrowding and disorderly parking around the villa. Officers checked the attendees’ participation to manage the excess guests, emphasising the tension between Ibiza’s summer glamour and regulatory oversight.
Leonardo DiCaprio suffers embarrassment as he’s stopped and searched by police who don’t recognize him https://t.co/wiClCI6YrA pic.twitter.com/xZbFMOmXAh
— Page Six (@PageSix) August 13, 2025
The party celebrated the release of Piper’s new single, which is part of his pop-alternative album produced by Latin Grammy winner Manuel Lara. The event featured stars like DiCaprio, who attended to support the Élite actor. The high-profile guest list and logistical challenges attracted considerable media attention.
The incident highlights the difficulties of managing high-profile events in Ibiza, where strict regulations can conflict with the island’s lively nightlife. Leonardo DiCaprio’s cooperation helped prevent the situation from escalating, but the event raises ongoing discussions about adhering to event regulations and ensuring public safety. The actions of the Guardia Civil demonstrate efforts to strike a balance between tourism and maintaining local order.