Bush, Clinton praise DiCaprio for Haiti donation

London: Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio has been praised by two former US presidents, Bill Clinton and George W Bush, for donating USD 1 million for quake-ravaged Haiti. The `Titanic` star has made the generous contribution through his Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation which will help rebuild the poverty-stricken nation, which was devastated by a massive tremor on 12 January. Both Clinton and Bush are impressed with this gesture and has insisted that the actor is setting a good example to his fellow Americans, reported Contactmusic. "I am grateful for the generous gift Leonardo DiCaprio and his Foundation have made in support of our Clinton Bush Haiti Fund. This support will go a long way to help save more lives and help the Haitian people build their nation back stronger and more secure than it was before the earthquake," said Clinton in a statement. Bush has also hailed DiCaprio for his contribution, saying, "I salute Leonardo DiCaprio for his extraordinary generosity. This donation sends a clear message to the people of Haiti that America`s commitment to helping rebuild their country is strong. I thank Leo for setting a wonderful example for all Americans of helping a neighbor in need." PTI