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Happy birthday,Leonardo DiCaprio!
TheOscar-winning actor turns 51 years old on Nov. 11, 2025.
In his decades in the industry — dating back to his years on the 1980s sitcomGrowing Pains—he's grown up in front of the cameras, achieving leading man status at a young age before transitioning to the ultimate heartthrob inTitanic, and now an award-winning actor.
As DiCaprio celebrates his big day, take a look at some vintage photos from his early years.
Oh Boy
Looking fresh-faced as ever, 15-year-old Leonardo DiCaprio gave a half-smile as he posed for a pic in 1989.
TV Star
Before making a splash on the big screen, DiCaprio also starred onGrowing Painsas a teen, playing little brother Ben on the hit TV series.
Early Days
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A young DiCaprio put his acting skills on display while sharing a scene with Maryedith Burrell onParenthood.
Playing Ball
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Oh, those awkward phases. Leo was pictured at MTV's Second Annual Rock N' Jock B-Ball Jam — Celebrity Charity Basketball Game at the Pauley Pavilion in Westwood, California in 1992.
Hello, Handsome
DiCaprio established himself early as an A-list teen dreamboat — no one pulled off that floppy '90s do quite so well.
Hanging Out
Pictured here withWhat's Eating Gilbert GrapecostarJohnny Deppin 1993, DiCaprio attended an event for their film — which garnered the young actor critical acclaim and his first Oscar nod.
Close Connection
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Rumors of his firstromancewere with model Bridget Hall. Though neither ever confirmed a relationship, they were spotted cozying up in 1994.
Film Friends
The rising star headed tothe OscarsGovernors Ball in 1994, posing alongside fellow actorElijah Wood.
20 Something
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Soon after turning 20, DiCaprio hit the ground running with his film career.
Momma's Boy
Known to be close to his family, DiCaprio has regularly invited his momIrmelinto red carpet events and film afterparties — like this instance in 1996, when she accompanied her son to aTotal Eclipseevent.
Young Love
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For theRomeo + Julietpremiere, DiCaprio brought model and then-girlfriendKristen Zengas a date.
Come Together
In 1996, DiCaprio starred alongside fellow Hollywood heavyweightClaire DanesinRomeo + Juliet. The film launched the swoon-worthy actor into super-stardom.
Oh, Romeo!
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It's easy to see why Juliet fell head-over-heels for DiCaprio's Romeo.
Heart Will Go On and On
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The next year,James Cameron's epicTitaniccemented DiCaprio as a generational star and sent him from stardom into the stratosphere.
Partner in Crime
DiCaprio and hisTitaniccostarKate Winslet— pictured here at the 1998 Golden Globes —have remained close through the years. The actor even walked his friend down the aisle at her 2012 wedding.
Serious Business
Back to work! The actor sported a pensive expression while filming scenes for 1998'sThe Man in the Iron Mask.
Life's a Beach
Leo was pictured taking it easy while shootingThe Beachin the early 2000s.
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