Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio (born November 11, 1974) is an American actor and film producer. He is known for his versatile performances in biographical and period films. DiCaprio began his career in the late 1980s, appearing in television commercials and later landing a role in the sitcom "Growing Pains". His breakthrough came with roles in "This Boy's Life" and "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," earning him his first Academy Award nomination.
DiCaprio achieved international stardom with "Romeo + Juliet" and "Titanic". He has since collaborated with acclaimed directors like Martin Scorsese, with whom he has made several films, including "Gangs of New York", "The Aviator", "The Departed", "Shutter Island", and "Killers of the Flower Moon". DiCaprio won his first Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in "The Revenant". He recently starred in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another". He is reportedly teaming up again with Martin Scorsese and Jennifer Lawrence in "What Happens at Night". DiCaprio is also an environmental activist.