Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio
- Born:
- November 11, 1974, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Film Producer, Environmental Activist
Early Life and Education
- Born in Los Angeles to Irmelin Indenbirken and George DiCaprio.
- Named Leonardo after his mother felt him kick while looking at a Leonardo da Vinci painting.
- Attended Seeds Elementary School and John Marshall High School (though he dropped out to pursue acting).
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his career in television commercials and guest appearances on shows like Roseanne and Growing Pains.
- Gained critical recognition for his roles in What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993), earning his first Academy Award nomination.
- Achieved international stardom with the release of Titanic (1997).
- Has collaborated extensively with directors such as Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Christopher Nolan.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for The Revenant (2015).
- Known for his commitment to method acting and dedication to his roles.
Notable Works
A significant role early in his career, and one that brought him to the attention of a wider audience, was his performance in Romeo and Juliet. Analyzing the romeo and juliet leonardo dicaprio imdb biography entry shows the film as pivotal to his career trajectory. His filmography reflects a diverse range of roles.
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | What's Eating Gilbert Grape | Arnie Grape |
| 1996 | Romeo + Juliet | Romeo Montague |
| 1997 | Titanic | Jack Dawson |
| 2002 | Catch Me If You Can | Frank Abagnale Jr. |
| 2006 | The Departed | Billy Costigan |
| 2010 | Inception | Dominic Cobb |
| 2013 | The Wolf of Wall Street | Jordan Belfort |
| 2015 | The Revenant | Hugh Glass |
| 2019 | Once Upon a Time in Hollywood | Rick Dalton |
Legacy and Impact
- Considered one of the most influential actors of his generation.
- Known for his environmental activism and philanthropic work.
- Established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to support environmental conservation efforts.
- A vocal advocate for climate change awareness.
Leonardo DiCaprio has established himself as a prominent figure in Hollywood and beyond, leaving a legacy through his acting, producing, and environmental advocacy.