{
  "id": 2944184,
  "title": "‘The Odyssey’ actor John Leguizamo says his wife helps keep his ego in check",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/the-odyssey-actor-john-leguizamo-says-his-wife-helps-keep-his-ego-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T04:31:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/odyssey-john-leguizamo-wife-keeps-him-grounded-hollywood-2026-8"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "John Leguizamo, the actor behind roles in \"The Odyssey,\" shared that his wife Dia provides a counterbalance to his fame. Speaking on the \"Wild Card with Rachel Martin\" podcast, Leguizamo reflected on over two decades of marriage, noting his wife serves as his \"moral compass.\" She ensures he remains grounded and maintains the necessary freedom to pursue his creative endeavors, while also reminding him of the reality beyond the glitz of Hollywood. Leguizamo mentioned that she holds him accountable, calling him out when needed to keep him in check. This supportive dynamic has been consistent throughout their relationship, as he previously stated in 2011 and reiterated in 2024.",
  "summary": "\"She'll call me out, set me straight, put me in my place,\" John Leguizamo said.",
  "key_points": [
    "John Leguizamo's wife Dia keeps his ego in check",
    "Dia serves as his moral compass in marriage",
    "She holds him accountable to stay grounded"
  ],
  "editors_take": "John Leguizamo credits his wife with keeping his ego in check, allowing him to stay grounded and focused on his creative pursuits amid the trappings of fame.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}