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AKA:
Leo DiCaprio
Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio
Birthplace:
Los Angeles, California
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Ever since his emergence with a stunning performance as an abused stepson in “This Boy’s Life” (1993), actor Leonardo DiCaprio has been expected to achieve greatness by critics and the public alike. Luckily, DiCaprio has largely met expectations, thanks to an Oscar-worthy performance as a mentally challenged teenager in “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” (1993) and as a troubled teen in “Marvin’s Room” (1996). While he became a bona fide star, nothing prepared him for the life-changing celebrity he achieved with “Titanic” (1997). Almost overnight, DiCaprio went from a popular actor to an
Grew up in the Los Feliz section of Los Angeles
1981
Went on first commercial audition at age six
Was urged by an agent at age nine to change name to Lenny Williams, which DiCaprio rejected
1988
Signed by an agent at the age of 14
Appeared in the educational film "How to Deal With a Parent Who Takes Drugs"
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