Leonardo DiCaprio is a successful American actor and film producer. He rose to fame in 1996 when he played Romeo in Baz Luhrmann’s William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet; the following year he became one of the most famous actors in Hollywood when he starred in James Cameron’s Titanic.
Over the past thirty years, Leonardo has won over 100 awards for his acting, including three Golden Globe Awards.
In 2001, he founded Appian Way Productions, which produced various films and documentaries. Leonardo has never been married and has not fathered any children to date.
It’s time to find out more about Leonardo’s parents and siblings.
Leonardo DiCaprio Parents Love Life
Leonardo, Irmelin Indenbirken, and George DiCaprio met at college in New York City in 1965.
They both moved to Los Angeles after their graduation to continue their bohemian lifestyle. Unfortunately, Leonardo’s parents’ relationship was put under strain due to money issues, and they split when Leonardo was only one year old.
However, they continued to raise Leonardo together and initially lived next door to each other. Leonardo’s father met another woman, Peggy Farrar, whom Leonardo lived with for a short period, and his stepbrother, Alan Farrar.
Irmelin dedicated her life to ensuring that Leonardo had a safe and stable upbringing.
Leonardo DiCaprio Mother Irmelin Indenbirken Biography
Irmelin Indenbirken was born in Germany in an air raid shelter during World War 2. She emigrated to the US with her parents when she was ten years old in 1955.
Irmelin started her career as a legal secretary but pursued her dream of being an actress and film producer when Leonardo was older.
When pregnant with Leonardo, Irmelin first kicked him while looking at a Leonardo Da Vinci painting, hence his name.
Often spotted at various award ceremonies, Irmelin enjoys accompanying Leonardo on the red carpet.
Leonardo DiCaprio Father George DiCaprio Biography
George DiCaprio is a German-Italian American, best known for his producer, actor, and art director.
He played a big part in Leonardo’s upbringing and always encouraged him to follow his dreams. After splitting with Leonardo’s mum, George married Peggy Farrar and became stepfather to Adam Farrar.
He is well known as an artist for his 1970s comics: Greaser Comics, Forbidden Knowledge, and Cocaine Comix. Later in his career, he moved on to producing, and one of his first projects was Greensburg, initiated by his son, Leonardo.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Siblings
Adam Farrar is three years older than Leonardo. He was the person who inspired Leonardo’s acting career, as he was the first child in the family to land acting roles in television commercials, shows, and feature films.
However, he decided to pursue other careers, and unfortunately, his life spiraled out of control when he became a drug addict. Sadly, he is no longer in touch with his brother, Leonardo.