The Economic Times

Gloria Steinem, the icon of American feminism, was one of the most prominent critics of American Psycho and even reportedly convinced Leonardo DiCaprio to leave the film. Later, her stepson Christian Bale played the title character

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated feminist figure, passed away on September 2, 2026, at the age of ninety-two. Notably, she challenged the violent portrayal of women in American Psycho, a novel later adapted into a film starring her stepson, Christian Bale. This unexpected relationship between the renowned activist and the film adds a compelling layer to her legacy in advocating for women's rights.