Childhood and Education Journey of Leonardo DiCaprio in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Leonardo DiCaprio. From birth to education, explore key events.

Leonardo DiCaprio is a highly acclaimed American actor and film producer recognized for his roles in biographical and period films. He has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. His films have collectively grossed over $7.2 billion globally, making him one of the world's highest-paid actors.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

November 11, 1974: Leonardo DiCaprio's Birth

On November 11, 1974, Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio was born. He is an American actor and film producer known for his work in biographical and period films.

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1997: Titanic's Success

In 1997, Leonardo DiCaprio starred in Titanic, which became the highest-grossing film in the world at the time, leading him to reduce his workload for a few years.

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1997: International stardom with Titanic

Since Leonardo DiCaprio's international stardom with Titanic in 1997, he admitted feeling nervous about starring in big-budget studio films because of their hype and marketing campaigns.

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1998: Criticized by New York Magazine

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio and his group "the Pussy Posse" were criticized in an article published by New York Magazine for their reckless behavior.

1998: Established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting environmental awareness.

1998: Sued Playgirl magazine

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio sued Playgirl magazine over their plans to publish a fully nude picture of him.

2000: Chaired the national Earth Day celebration

In 2000, Leonardo DiCaprio chaired the national Earth Day celebration where he interviewed Bill Clinton about plans to deal with global warming and the environment.

2000: DiCaprio reflects on Titanic phenomenon

In 2000, Leonardo DiCaprio stated he had no connection with his "Titanic" fame, not expecting to reach that level of popularity again, nor intending to try.

2008: Inspired by the financial crisis

Leonardo DiCaprio was inspired by the financial crisis of 2007-2008 to make the film The Wolf of Wall Street.

May 2009: Raised money for Millvina Dean

In May 2009, Leonardo DiCaprio joined Kate Winslet, James Cameron and Celine Dion, in a campaign to raise money to financially support the fees of the nursing home where Millvina Dean, a survivor of the RMS Titanic, was residing, donating $20,000 with Winslet.

2009: Bought Blackadore Caye island

In 2009, Leonardo DiCaprio bought an island, Blackadore Caye, off mainland Belize, on which he planned to open an environmentally friendly resort.

January 2013: Announced a break from acting

In January 2013, Leonardo DiCaprio announced he would take a long break from acting to focus on environmental advocacy. Also in 2013, he starred in The Great Gatsby as Jay Gatsby and produced the films Runner Runner, Out of the Furnace, and The Wolf of Wall Street.

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2013: Organized "11th Hour" benefit auction

In 2013, Leonardo DiCaprio organized a benefit fine art auction, "11th Hour", which raised nearly $38.8 million for his foundation.

2014: Purchased Dinah Shore residence

In 2014, Leonardo DiCaprio purchased the original Dinah Shore residence designed by architect Donald Wexler in Palm Springs, California.

2015: Announced intention to divest from fossil fuels

In 2015, Leonardo DiCaprio announced his intention to divest from fossil fuels.

April 2016: Spoke at the UN prior to the signing of the Paris Climate Change Agreement

In April 2016, Leonardo DiCaprio spoke at the UN prior to the signing of the Paris Climate Change Agreement.

July 2016: Foundation donated $15.6 million

In July 2016, Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation donated $15.6 million to help protect wildlife and the rights of Native Americans, along with mitigating climate change.

2016: Endorsed Hillary Clinton for president

In 2016, Leonardo DiCaprio endorsed Hillary Clinton for the presidential election.

April 2017: Protested Trump's inaction on climate change

In April 2017, Leonardo DiCaprio protested against President Donald Trump's inaction on climate change by attending the People's Climate March.

2017: Turned over gifts from Red Granite Pictures

In 2017, when The Wolf of Wall Street producer Red Granite Pictures was involved in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal, Leonardo DiCaprio turned over the gifts he received from business associates at the production company to the US government.

December 2018: DiCaprio foundation donated $100 million to fight climate change

In December 2018, The Leonardo DiCaprio foundation donated $100 million to fight climate change.

March 2020: Attended fundraiser for Joe Biden

In March 2020, Leonardo DiCaprio attended a fundraiser for Joe Biden at the home of Paramount Pictures executive Sherry Lansing.

May 2021: Pledged $43 million for conservation in the Galápagos Islands

In May 2021, Leonardo DiCaprio pledged $43 million to enact conservation operations across the Galápagos Islands.

2023: Testified during trial against Prakazrel Michel

In 2023, Leonardo DiCaprio testified during the trial against Prakazrel Michel, who is being accused of participating in a foreign influence campaign that was aimed at the Obama and Trump administrations.

October 2024: Endorsed Kamala Harris for president

In October 2024, Leonardo DiCaprio formally endorsed Democratic nominee Kamala Harris for president, citing her policies on climate change mitigation and criticizing her Republican opponent, Donald Trump.