Leonardo DiCaprio was born in Los Angeles, California. His mother, Irmelin Indenbirken, named him Leonardo after he kicked while she was standing in front of a Leonardo da Vinci painting in Italy during her pregnancy.

DiCaprio began his career by appearing in various television commercials. This period marked the beginning of his journey into the entertainment industry.

DiCaprio had a recurring role in the sitcom Parenthood, which was one of his early significant roles in television.

DiCaprio landed his first major film roles in This Boy's Life and What's Eating Gilbert Grape. His performance in What's Eating Gilbert Grape earned him his first Academy Award nomination at the age of 19.

DiCaprio achieved international stardom with his role as Jack Dawson in James Cameron's Titanic. The film became the highest-grossing film in the world at the time and catapulted DiCaprio to global fame.

DiCaprio began his long-standing collaboration with director Martin Scorsese with the film Gangs of New York. This marked the start of a successful partnership that would include films like The Aviator, The Departed, Shutter Island, and The Wolf of Wall Street.

DiCaprio appeared in several notable films, including Inception and Shutter Island, both released in 2010. These roles showcased his versatility as an actor and his ability to take on complex characters.

After being nominated six times, DiCaprio finally won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Hugh Glass in Alejandro González Iñárritu's The Revenant. This film marked a significant milestone in his career, highlighting his dedication and commitment to his craft.

DiCaprio released the documentary Before the Flood, which he produced and narrated. The film focuses on climate change and environmental issues, reflecting his long-standing commitment to environmental activism.