Leonardo DiCaprio, is an American actor. DiCaprio is most famous (and respected) for his roles in theatrical motion pictures. The move from 'star' to 'superstar' came when DiCaprio played Jack Dawson in Titanic (1997) with Kate Winslet. His film credits also include What's Eating Gilbert Grape, Romeo + Juliet with Claire Danes, The Basketball Diaries, The Beach with Virginie Ledoyen, Gangs Of New York with Cameron Diaz and The Aviator with Cate Blanchett.