Leonardo DiCaprio has continued to embrace a relaxed approach to fitness and ageing, with the 51-year-old actor recently pictured enjoying a beach outing in Hawaii with his girlfriend, Italian model Vittoria Ceretti.
The Oscar-winning star has become one of Hollywood’s most recognisable examples of the so-called “dad bod”, a term often used to describe a less muscular physique. Rather than maintaining the lean, athletic appearance associated with his younger years, DiCaprio appears comfortable with a more relaxed lifestyle.
His appearance has attracted attention over the years, particularly when compared with his earlier career, when he was known for his youthful looks and slimmer frame.
However, the actor has shown little public interest in pursuing the strict fitness routines associated with many Hollywood leading men.
Actor Says He Is Slowing Down but Has No Plans to Retire
DiCaprio has also spoken about how entering his fifties has influenced his outlook on life.
In an interview with People, the actor said he was beginning to slow down, although he made it clear that he had no intention of walking away from acting.
“When these opportunities come up, I mean, I can’t say no,” he said, indicating that he would continue accepting projects that interested him.
On another occasion, DiCaprio joked that he felt emotionally 35 despite his actual age.
He explained that getting older had made him more conscious of how he spends his time and the importance of being honest with himself and others.
The actor also cited his mother as an example of someone who does not waste time pretending to be someone she is not, suggesting that her direct approach to life had influenced his own thinking.
DiCaprio Has Previously Spoken About Avoiding Exercise
The actor’s laid-back attitude towards physical fitness is not entirely new.
In 2017, a source speaking to Page Six claimed DiCaprio had been heard telling models at a private gathering that he did not work out.
He has also previously been described as someone who prefers a comfortable lifestyle to demanding exercise routines.
Although DiCaprio has not publicly established a detailed fitness regime, his approach has become part of the wider conversation about ageing in an industry where actors are often expected to maintain highly defined physiques.
His recent beach appearance has once again drawn attention to the contrast between his current look and the image that made him a global heartthrob in the late 1990s.
Actor’s Interest in Sustainable Food and Plant-Based Businesses
Despite his relaxed approach to exercise, DiCaprio has maintained a prominent interest in environmental causes, including sustainable food production and plant-based alternatives.
He has invested in businesses associated with sustainability and vegan products, while also speaking publicly about the environmental consequences of conventional food production.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow previously credited a conversation with DiCaprio during her early days in New York with helping influence her decision to stop eating red meat.
She recalled that the actor discussed the environmental problems associated with meat production and factory farming, saying the conversation had planted a seed that influenced her dietary choices.
DiCaprio has not declared himself exclusively vegan or vegetarian, but his involvement in sustainable food businesses has made him a visible supporter of alternatives to conventional animal agriculture.
Vittoria Ceretti Relationship Remains Largely Private
DiCaprio’s personal life continues to attract significant public interest, particularly his relationship with Ceretti.
The pair were first linked romantically in 2023, when they were spotted together in Santa Barbara, California, enjoying ice cream. Their relationship subsequently attracted attention during Milan Fashion Week and other appearances in Europe.
A source quoted by Us Weekly later described DiCaprio as being very taken with the model, adding that the pair shared several interests.
Despite the attention surrounding their relationship, the couple have generally kept their private lives out of the public eye.
Ceretti has also spoken about the challenges of dating someone with a much larger public profile. In an interview with Vogue France, she explained that people can become defined by their association with a famous partner rather than being recognised for their own achievements.
She argued that individuals should be free to love whomever they choose without being reduced to labels such as someone’s girlfriend or former partner.
Although she did not identify DiCaprio by name in the interview, she revealed that they first met in Milan and described Titanic as an iconic film.
DiCaprio’s Dating History Continues to Attract Attention
The actor’s romantic history has long been a subject of media fascination, with many of his previous partners working as models or actresses.
Among his best-known relationships was his romance with Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen, which lasted from 1999 to 2004. He subsequently dated Israeli model Bar Refaeli between 2005 and 2010.
Other former partners include Blake Lively, Erin Heatherton, Toni Garrn, Kelly Rohrbach, Nina Agdal and actress-model Camila Morrone, with whom he was linked from 2017 until 2022.
DiCaprio was also romantically linked to Gigi Hadid in 2022, followed by reports connecting him with Victoria Lamas later that year.
His relationship with Ceretti began attracting widespread attention in 2023 and has continued to generate headlines.
The actor has frequently faced commentary about the ages of his romantic partners. However, such public interest does not in itself establish the private circumstances or reasons behind the end of his previous relationships.
‘Dad Bod’ Debate Highlights Changing Attitudes Towards Ageing
DiCaprio’s appearance has fuelled debate over whether male celebrities should be expected to preserve the physiques they had in their twenties and thirties.
For some observers, his relaxed appearance represents a departure from Hollywood’s longstanding emphasis on muscular bodies and intensive fitness routines. Others remain more interested in how his appearance compares with the youthful image associated with his breakthrough roles.
At 51, the actor appears focused on continuing his career while taking a less demanding approach to his personal lifestyle.
His comments about slowing down suggest that his priorities may be evolving with age, but he has made clear that he remains open to acting opportunities.
For now, DiCaprio’s career, environmental interests and relationship with Ceretti continue to keep him in the spotlight, regardless of whether he chooses to pursue Hollywood’s traditional fitness ideals.
