How Leonardo DiCaprio Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline
How the contributions of Leonardo DiCaprio continue to shape the world today.
Leonardo DiCaprio is a highly acclaimed American actor and film producer recognized for his roles in biographical and period films. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. His films have collectively grossed over $7.2 billion worldwide as of 2019, establishing him as one of the highest-paid actors globally.
1998: Established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation
In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting environmental awareness.
2000: DiCaprio Reflects on Titanic Phenomenon
In 2000, Leonardo DiCaprio reflected on the "Titanic phenomenon" and his experiences with global popularity, expressing his desire to pursue roles based on his own preferences.
2008: Labeled as "Hollywood's Most Iconic Screen Couple"
In 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet were labeled "Hollywood's most iconic screen couple" since Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.
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.
September 2014: Designated UN Messenger of Peace
In September 2014, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon designated Leonardo DiCaprio as a United Nations Messenger of Peace with a focus on climate change, and he addressed the UN Climate Summit later that month.
2015: Announced Intention to Divest from Fossil Fuels
In 2015, Leonardo DiCaprio announced his intention to divest from fossil fuels.
2015: Titanic Called DiCaprio's Best Role
In a 2015 Rolling Stone article, Ebiri called Leonardo DiCaprio's role in Titanic his best, highlighting the genuine emotion he and Kate Winslet brought to the film.
April 2016: Spoke at the UN Prior to Paris Climate Agreement Signing
In April 2016, Leonardo DiCaprio spoke at the UN prior to the signing of the Paris Climate Change Agreement.
July 2016: Donated to Protect Wildlife and Native Americans
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: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2016, Leonardo DiCaprio was featured in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world, acknowledging his significant impact and influence.
April 2017: Protested Trump's Climate Change Inaction
In April 2017, Leonardo DiCaprio protested against President Donald Trump's inaction on climate change by attending the People's Climate March.
2017: Vox Contributor Notes DiCaprio's Charm in Titanic
In 2017, a Vox contributor noted Leonardo DiCaprio's "boyish charm" and found his performance in Titanic "natural and unaffected."
December 2018: DiCaprio foundation donates to fight climate change.
In December 2018, The DiCaprio foundation donated $100 million to fight climate change.
2018: Foundation Funded Over 200 Projects
By 2018, Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation had funded more than 200 projects, providing $100 million in support.
2018: 'Catch Me If You Can' Deemed DiCaprio's Best Role
In 2018, Entertainment Weekly critics called Leonardo DiCaprio's role in 'Catch Me If You Can' his best.
2019: Film Grosses Reach $7.2 Billion
As of 2019, Leonardo DiCaprio's films have grossed over $7.2 billion worldwide, marking a significant milestone in his career.
2019: Listed as One of the 100 Most Powerful People in Entertainment
From 2016 to 2019, The Hollywood Reporter listed Leonardo DiCaprio as one of the 100 most powerful people in entertainment; the entry for 2019 is included here.
May 2021: Pledged to enact conservation operations across the Galápagos Islands.
In May 2021, Leonardo DiCaprio pledged $43 million to enact conservation operations across the Galápagos Islands.
2022: Voted One of the Greatest Actors of All Time
In 2022, DiCaprio was voted one of the 50 greatest actors of all time in a readers' poll by Empire magazine. The magazine praised his dedication to embodying his characters fully.
2022: Voted One of Empire's 50 Greatest Actors
In 2022, Leonardo DiCaprio was voted one of the 50 greatest actors of all time in a readers' poll by Empire, solidifying his legacy in the film industry.
