Leonardo DiCaprio has addressed long-standing criticism about his dating life, revealing how turning 50 has transformed his approach to relationships. The Hollywood star opened up about prioritising authenticity over playing it safe in a candid interview with Esquire UK.
DiCaprio said: "Turning 50 creates a feeling like you have a desire to just be more honest and not waste your time." The actor admitted he now values directness and genuine connections above all else.
Mother's influence on honesty
The Oscar winner credited his mother with inspiring his more straightforward approach to relationships. DiCaprio said: "I look at my mother, for example, and she just says exactly what she thinks and wastes no time. She spends no time trying to fake it."
He explained that being more upfront means "risking having things fall apart... risking disagreements or even going your separate ways, it's just that you don't want to waste your time anymore." The Titanic star revealed this philosophy extends beyond just romantic relationships.
Feeling younger than his years
DiCaprio discovered he mentally feels much younger than his chronological age during filming of his latest project, One Battle After Another. Filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson asked him: "You're going to answer as quickly as you can. If you didn't know how old you are, how old are you right now?"
DiCaprio immediately replied: "Thirty-two." The actor has long faced public scrutiny and internet memes about his pattern of dating women who rarely exceed 25 years old.
Current relationship status
According to Daily Star reports, DiCaprio is currently dating 27-year-old Italian model Vittoria Ceretti. This represents a notable departure from his historical dating pattern, with sources indicating in 2022 that he was "sick of the constant jokes" about his relationships.
The Daily Mail reports his previous high-profile relationships followed a similar timeline, typically ending when partners reached their mid-twenties. This latest interview suggests he may be actively working to change both his approach and public perception.
Work-life balance approach
DiCaprio also revealed his strategy for avoiding post-filming depression by taking extended breaks between projects. He explained: "I think I'm good at it because I take a lot of time off between films."
The actor said this approach helps him stay connected to real life. DiCaprio added: "Life goes on hold when you're filming. Everything stops and gets put on the back burner in your real life."
Sources used: "PA Media", "Esquire UK", "Daily Star", "Daily Mail", "Birmingham Mail"
Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
