Leonardo Dicaprio: Sexiest Man Alive?

Leonardo Dicaprio has been stunning and charming audiences, since he first made his initial acting appearance on the popular 1980's TV show, "Growing Pains." His character on that show was cute as a button, proving that Leo had all the makings of a future huge Hollywood star. Leonardo took that star quality all the way to the bank, and he indeed became one of the biggest film icons of all of Hollywood. Still, just in his thirties, he has been cited by many fellow actors as the best actor of his generation.

Leonardo Dicaprio has been a teen idol, a sex symbol, and Oscar-nominated actor all at the same time. His films have grossed over a billion dollars in tickets sales. Yes, you read that right, that is billion with a b. He has played everything from romantic leading men types to complex outsiders of society. He has worked with many big name actors and film directors in the great land of the ultimate imagination called Hollywood.

His work has been hailed and celebrated by both critics and audiences around the globe. His work is diverse and creative. He is an actor that pushes himself both artistically and intellectually. He has done big budget films, and films that are also much closer to the indie genre in nature.

Leonardo Dicaprio also uses his popular influence to draw attention to causes that are close to the actor's mind and heart. He deeply cares about the preservation of the environment and takes his own money and time to help charities that promote this same desire. His film "Blood Diamond" was one way he used his talent through film to draw attention to a deeply controversial topic. He also cares about world events and politics and is not afraid to share his views or use his influence to persuade young people to use their own power of choice as young Americans to vote in political elections.

Leonardo is many things. He is very talented. He became an icon very early in his career, and has stayed one today. He continues to act every year. In his free time, he likes to spend time with close friends like Tobey Maguire and fellow co-star of two films, Kate Winslet. He is currently romantically involved with Blake Lively, according to reports.