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Michael Douglas has criticised the rise of social media, saying it affects how he can go about his day-to-day life.
The veteran actor, 78, has had a fruitful career which has spanned over five decades, but he insists the popularity of people sharing their thoughts online has been a detriment to his privacy.
And it's a belief that he says is echoed by his long-time pal Leonardo DiCaprio, 48.
Michael, who is married to Catherine Zeta-Jones, revealed he is shocked at how quickly news can now be spread thanks to social networks, admitting it's limited his private life.
The Basic Instinct star was discussing the issue while at the Cannes Film Festival, which saw Johnny Depp's return to the big screen.
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Michael was speaking at the Cannes Film Festival (Marechal Aurore/ABACA/REX/Shutterstock)Michael told Daily Mail ha no longer has the "freedom" he used to have prior to the rise of social media.
"Things have changed a lot before social media- before social media you had more secrets.," he confessed.
"You were able to have quiet gatherings together without everyone knowing. Now, wherever you go - I was talking to Leonardo Di Caprio about that - you get a sighting and then people text the thing and then the next thing you know, there's a 100 then a 1000 people that are connecting."
He then complained: "You don't have that kind of freedom as before."
His latest gripe comes just weeks after he shared a message with his legion of followers on Instagram.
The upbeat message saw the Hollywood icon gush: ""Well spring is here. I hope it is where you are."
The actor complained social media was ruining his privacy (Luca Carlino/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock)"We've got some crazy weather out there but I'm seeing those flowers come on up. So let's hope we have a good one, alright. Wishing you all a wonderful spring."
The positive message saw fans quickly comment on how well he was looking as he sat in front of a window bay in his home.
He spoke in front of the camera in a dark buttoned polo neck shirt and blue jeans, while his white hair was slickly brushed back.
There were also many commenters who said that Michael resembled his famous father, Kirk, who is best known for his roles in Spartacus and Paths of Glory.
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