I really hate relaxing. I've done three movies in a row, worked for two years straight, and to me, idle time is the devil's workshop. Furthermore, I like to focus on something.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

I took some time off after 'Titanic' because I needed to let the dust settle and recharge my battery. I felt, 'OK, you've been given a tremendous opportunity; what are you going to do with it? Now your name can finance movies that you do want to do.'

— Leonardo DiCaprio

I've always been spontaneous and outgoing... I've tried lots of things, so I've got some good life experiences, which is great 'cause it means I've got lots of material to work with as an actor.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

I've been very lucky to have achieved a lot of the things that I dreamt of achieving as a young man. But, at the end of the day - and I truly believe this - it is not about achieving great wealth or success. Because they don't bring happiness, ultimately.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

I've never been Romeo who meets a girl and falls for her immediately. It's been a much slower process for me each time I've gone into a relationship.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

I've never tried to reach a certain demographic of an audience or try to say, 'OK, now I'm going to do this type of film to transition myself into more adult roles.' Or a romantic hero. Or whatever it may be - you know what I mean?

— Leonardo DiCaprio

My mom, Kremlin, taught me the value of life. Her own life was saved by my grandmother during World War II.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

My mother is a walking miracle.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

My parents know I was outgoing as a child, and whenever people came over, I'd automatically do impressions of them as soon as they left; it was my mom's favorite thing. Yes, I grew up in Hollywood, but not in any rich neighborhood.

— Leonardo DiCaprio

Portraying emotionally ill characters gives me the chance to really act.

— Leonardo DiCaprio