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 many awards, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. DiCaprio's films have collectively grossed over $7.2 billion globally as of 2019, and he has been consistently ranked among the world's highest-paid actors.

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1925: The Great Gatsby Novel

In 1925, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote 'The Great Gatsby'. In 2013, Leonardo Dicaprio starred in the movie adaption of the novel, titled 'The Great Gatsby'.

The Great Gatsby: The Original 1925 Edition (A F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic Novel)

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1973: The Right Stuff Book

In 1973, Tom Wolfe wrote the book 'The Right Stuff'. In 2020, Leonardo Dicaprio was an executive producer of the tv series adaptation of the book, titled 'The Right Stuff'.

The Right Stuff

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November 11, 1974: Leonardo DiCaprio's Birth

On November 11, 1974, Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio was born. He is an American actor and film producer.

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1997: International Star Dom with Titanic

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

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1998: Criticism of "Pussy Posse" and Parachute Incident

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio's group of male friends, dubbed "the Pussy Posse," was criticized in a New York Magazine article. Also around this time, DiCaprio and a friend nearly died when his parachute failed to open during an activity.

2000: DiCaprio's statement on Titanic phenomenon

In 2000, Leonardo DiCaprio stated he had no connection with his public image during the Titanic phenomenon and did not expect to reach that level of popularity again, nor would he try to.

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2008: Farragut North Play

In 2008, Beau Willimon wrote the play 'Farragut North', which later became the basis for the film 'The Ides of March', produced by Leonardo DiCaprio's Appian Way in 2011.

January 2013: Announced Break from Acting and Starred in The Great Gatsby

In January 2013, Leonardo DiCaprio announced he would take a break from acting to focus on environmental work. Also in 2013, he starred as Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby, which received mixed reviews but earned DiCaprio an AACTA Award. He also produced Runner Runner, Out of the Furnace, and The Wolf of Wall Street.

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