Basic Information:
Name: Jared Joseph Leto
Date of Birth: December 26, 1971
Nationality: American
Profession: Actor, Musician, Singer-Songwriter, Director
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Biography:
Jared Leto is an American actor and musician who has garnered widespread recognition for his method acting approach and diverse artistic talents. Born in Bossier City, Louisiana, Leto's parents divorced when he was young and he was raised by his mother, Constance, who encouraged her sons to explore the arts. This upbringing instilled in him a deep appreciation for creativity and self-expression. He attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, initially focusing on painting before transferring to the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where he studied filmmaking. Leto began his career with minor television roles before gaining widespread attention for his portrayal of Jordan Catalano in the popular television series My So-Called Life (1994). This role propelled him into the film industry, where he demonstrated his versatility and commitment to his craft. Leto is also the lead vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and main songwriter for the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars, which he formed with his brother Shannon Leto in 1998. He has directed music videos for his band, often under the pseudonym Bartholomew Cubbins. Leto's career is marked by a willingness to take on challenging and transformative roles, cementing his status as a highly respected and eclectic figure in the entertainment industry.
Career Timeline:
1992: Moved to Los Angeles to pursue directing, taking acting roles on the side. Guest roles on television shows including Camp Wilder.
1994: Breakthrough role as Jordan Catalano in My So-Called Life. Also appeared in the TV movie Cool and the Crazy.
1995: Film debut in How to Make an American Quilt.
1997: Starred as Steve Prefontaine in the biopic Prefontaine, gaining critical acclaim for the role.
1998: Appeared in The Thin Red Line. Co-starred in Urban Legend.
1999: Played Angel Face in Fight Club, and appeared in Girl, Interrupted.
2000: Starred in American Psycho, and as Harry Goldfarb in Requiem for a Dream.
2002: Acted in Panic Room and released the debut album 30 Seconds to Mars with his band of the same name.
2005: Thirty Seconds to Mars released the album A Beautiful Lie, achieving global fame.
2007: Starred in Chapter 27 where he gained significant weight to portray Mark David Chapman.
2009: Played Nemo Nobody in the science fiction drama Mr. Nobody.
2011: Thirty Seconds to Mars set a Guinness World Record for the longest concert tour by a rock band, with 300 shows.
2012: Directed the documentary Artifact under the pseudonym Bartholomew Cubbins.
2013: Won the Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Dallas Buyers Club.
2016: Played the Joker in Suicide Squad.
2017: Acted in Blade Runner 2049.
2018: Appeared in The Outsider.
2021: Starred in The Little Things and House of Gucci, receiving Golden Globe nominations for both.
2022: Starred in Morbius and the series WeCrashed.
2024: Currently filming the movie Tron: Ares, and set to portray Skeletor in Masters of the Universe in 2026.
Achievements:
Jared Leto has received numerous accolades throughout his career, notably for his performance in Dallas Buyers Club (2013), where he portrayed a transgender woman with AIDS. For this role, he earned the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture, and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role. He received nominations for a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award for The Little Things (2021) and for House of Gucci (2021). Leto's acting achievements are complemented by his success as a musician. His band, Thirty Seconds to Mars, has released multiple commercially and critically acclaimed albums, including "A Beautiful Lie" (2005), "This Is War" (2009), and "Love, Lust, Faith and Dreams" (2013), selling over 15 million records worldwide. The band also holds the Guinness World Record for the longest concert tour by a rock band. Beyond his artistic pursuits, Leto has also been involved in philanthropic work, supporting organizations like the Art of Elysium and the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, and has been a Global Ambassador for the World Wildlife Fund since 2015, raising awareness about wildlife crime.
Key Quotes / Catchphrases:
"When you make music, you're in really direct contact with your fans out there, so you hear all kinds of stories."
"It's about getting to a point in your life where you're ready to let go and move on and become the better version of yourself."
"Music is subjective to everyone's unique experience."
"Put one foot in front of the other. Keep marching forward, even when doubt, fear, and failure all come knocking at your door."