Leonardo DiCaprio was named after a famous artist before he was even born. His mother felt him kick for the first time while looking at a painting by Leonardo da Vinci in a museum — and that’s how he got his name. He became a global superstar with Titanic. The film turned him into one of the biggest stars in the world almost overnight, with his role as Jack Dawson becoming iconic.

He finally won an Oscar after multiple nominations. DiCaprio earned the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in The Revenant after years of critically acclaimed roles. He is known for his intense dedication to roles. For The Revenant, he endured extreme conditions, including freezing temperatures and physically demanding scenes to make the performance as real as possible.

He has collaborated frequently with legendary director Martin Scorsese, starring in multiple acclaimed films together. Leonardo DiCaprio is also a passionate environmental activist. He founded the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, focusing on climate change, wildlife conservation, and protecting ecosystems around the world.