Leonardo DiCaprio turns 51: His jaw-dropping controversies that won't fade

Leonardo DiCaprio has just turned a year older today as he celebrates his birthday every year on November 11.

Though he's considered one of Hollywood's most charming, successful and bankable leading actors, there are some notable controversies connected to his name that he can't escape.

So, on his DiCaprio’s 51st birthday; let’s have a look at his notable controversies throughout his career:

1. DiCaprio’s controversial dating life

DiCaprio's controversial dating life has been a subject of interest for many, often sparking debate as he is famous for dating women under 25.

The Titanic star has dated women like Gisele Bündchen, Bar Refaeli, and Camila Morrone, who were all under 25 when they started dating the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood actor.

The pattern of the 51-year-old actor’s relationships suggests that he often ends them when his partners approach or surpass the age of 25.

However, on contrary, his current Italian model girlfriend, Vittoria Ceretti, is 26 years old.

2. Hilary Duff's ‘Mature’ about DiCaprio

The 38-year-old pop star’s 2025 song Mature explicitly takes aim at the One Battle After Another actor’s dating habits with lyrics like, "Very Leo of you with your Scorpio touch".

The lyrics of the song reflect Duff's past relationship with an older man when she was younger, and how the latter had a pattern for dating younger women.

These certain lyrics of the song garnered attention for seemingly referencing the actor.

3. DiCaprio's financial and legal controversy

The The Revenant actor's financial and legal connections have been under scrutiny, particularly his foundation, which has faced allegations of receiving donations from questionable sources.

Even a complaint filed by the U.S. Department of Justice alleges that DiCaprio's friend, Jho Low, a Malaysian businessman, funneled money into the foundation, potentially linking it to the 1MDB embezzlement scandal.

4. DiCaprio's environmental activist controversy

The Killers of the Flower Moon actor is a high-profile environmental activist and the founder of the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, which has donated millions to conservation efforts.

However, his personal lifestyle has often been highlighted as contradictory to his public advocacy due to his excessive use of private jets and yachts.

5. DiCaprio and 'Diddy'

The Don't Look Up actor has also faced scrutiny for his association with Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is currently imprisoned.

While DiCaprio has distanced himself from Combs, his attendance at Combs' parties has sparked speculation about his connections.