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At the age of twenty-three, Leonardo DiCaprio has already achieved the kind of success for which most actors strive their entire career. His talent shines in his Golden Globe-nominated performance as Jack Dawson in the blockbuster film Titanic though his turn as a modern-day Romeo to Claire Danes' Juliet had already cemented his status as a romantic personality.

But Leo isn't all glamour -- in addition to stealing the hearts of his female fans, he has gained the respect of his acting peers and cinema critics. By age nineteen, he had earned Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations for his supporting role in What's Eating Gilbert Grape? Critics have even compared Leo to such larger-than-life actorsas James Dean and Brad Pitt.

From his early days on the TV series Growing Pains through the long-awaited Titanic to The Man in the Iron Mask, and his new work with Woody Allen, read all about this young actor whose star is definitely on the rise! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

Read Only if Desperate
I thought this book was boring. It was basiclly filled with just the facts. I wanted more information on him and a little juicy gossip. The good thing about the book is it did not take much time to read. I think it would be better for younger children to read than older .

A must have book for fans of Leo
After reading this book, i surly i know much more about Leo.Thank you to the writer of the book.

the leech monster
I received this book as a present...it was difficult for me to express a genuine gratitude of the gift and keep a straight face at the same time.The one star: it contains some decent photos...none of which, may I addcannot be found on the internet.The loss of the four remaining stars: forlack of a better statement "teeny-bopperish" language and writingstyle, astrology and number games (tackless city), abscence of anypreviously unknown information, and its purely 'leechmoneyoffcelebrities'nature. Yep, I may be being a tad harsh but... **ugh** the last fewchapters which had a general feel of a 'how compatible are you with leo?'teen mag quiz simply emphasised the obvious target audience of the book. People whose leolust factor stands at 100% (nothing wrong with that!) butwhos talentappreciation factor is zzzzip.STOP PREYING ON UNSUSPECTINGGENUINE FANS and LITTLE GIRLS' LIMITED POCKET MONEY BALANCES MS.KRULIK...it really pisses me off!! i dont like this book.

Pics, Info
I reallyloved the color pictures and really informative info.After I read this book I saw a lot of his movies and went to a lot of his websites.I really enjoyed reading about his leading ladies, too. All right Nancy E. Krulik!

It is the best book i've read about leo!!!
This book is fasinating!! not only does it tell you about leo's home life, but also his acting life, what hes done and what he plans to do in the future. it gives facts that you wouldn't think of asking about but once you read them find out there really interesting to read. This book definetly gets a 10 on my list!! ... Read more

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Hailed as the best actor of his generation when he was only 20 years old, Leonardo DiCaprio has repeatedly shocked the Hollywood establishment by turning down roles he felt were "too commercial" or "too mundane." This revealing book at this talented young star covers DiCaprio's fascinating life and successful film career. 40 photos.Amazon.com Review
Despite its 53 mouthwatering photos, there's bad news forlustful female fans in this bestselling Leonardo DiCapriobook. "I'm probably not going to get married unless I live withsomebody for 10 to 20 years," Leo confesses."[Boysnowadays] don't have the balls that Romeo did." But the goodnews, according to Leo's on-camera Juliet, Claire Danes, is that he isstill "rather immature." So there may be hope! But beware ofa too-direct approach: "Not that I mind being recognized, but allthese teenage girls have become hysterical, man. What they do isshocking, climbing over walls and stuff."

Biographer Brian Robb covers Leo's career from childhood (when he gotbooted from Romper Room for being rowdy) to his Oscarnomination for What's Eating Gilbert Grape? and onward. Leotook what would've been River Phoenix's parts in The BasketballDiaries and TotalEclipse. Then he moved teens to tears in Romeo andJuliet (check out the Shakespeare MadeEasy edition with a modern English translation andShakespeare's original text side by side) and moved grownups to tearsin Marvin'sRoom, a bestseller in Japan. Then he made the world weep in James Cameron'sTitanic.

What's next? Whatever he likes. "Fame," as Leo observes,"is like a VIP pass wherever you want to go." --Tim Appelo,Bestsellers editor ... Read more

Customer Reviews (42)

AwEsomE!
I love this book! Of course, I love EVERY book about Leo! but this one was one of the first ones i bought about 3 or 4 years ago, so it'll always be one of my favorites :-) i recommend it

a wonderful book
i think the book was great, i learn so many things about leonardo, he seems to be such a wonderful person,very kind hearted,i love his pictures, anyone who is interested in leonardo dicaprio, i recommend this book, it'sgreat.. ..

Not worth it.
Although this is a good book for slavering preadolescent female fans who don't understand words more than two syllables in length, the book was unsatisfactory for anyone but the most devoted.Containing quotes,pictures and a short bio, get this one for your daughter only if you wantto waste your money.

It was a fantastic book!!
This book was really fantastic!!I love Leo.He is one of the most beautiful men on Earth.I love him more than any one of you wannabes out there.

MUST FOR EVERY LEONARDO FAN!!!
this book is exelent! many pics (great ones!!!) and lots of info about his films, his life etc. also well writen with many quotes, his or his co-stars in several films. helps you descover many things about him. generaly greatbook..!!!! you must buy it!!! ... Read more

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Shakespeare's doomed lover.A basketball-playing poet.A mentally disabled boy.These are just a few of the roles Leonardo DiCaprio has tackled.He has amazed audiences with his talent, receiving an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor when he was just nineteen years old.And his career has only gotten
hotter.Leonardo continues to work with big names like DeNiro and Streep, and has at least one Titanic-sized blockbuster film in the works.

Discover the fascinating details of his life--how he got his start, what his passions are, what happens behind the scenes of his movies -- and why many consider him the best actor of his generation. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (35)

REALLY COOL!
it was cool and had good info.it was great for an oral report that i did and i had fun in the prosese . IT ROCKS FOR ALL AGES ANY LEO LOVER SHOULD READ IT

Leo rules!!!!!!!!!!!
Leo is the best actor out there, so this book does a perfect job oftelling about his life. From his early days on "Growing Pains"and "The Parenthood" to his first feature film as a lead role"This Boy's life" to The mega, oscar winning hit"Titanic", this book tells it all! This is something no Leo lovershould be without!

This book was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This book was sooooo amazing!After the first chapter I didn`t want to put it down. It tells you a lot about him. So if you are a new leo fan....READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!

cool. Full of unknown info!
It was good enough ! Now I know more stuff about my beloved Leo!!Anyhows, I think it's good they made a book about him (as if there isn't enough stuff about him!!!LOL!) Anyways all I know is that he's cute and looks real cool. I'd love to meet him! Thanks for making a book G.C!!

P.S: I really liked the picture part in the center of the book!! :-)

IT WAS AN EXCELLENT BOOK. I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN.
LEO IS MY MAN! HE LOOKS SOOO FINE! THE BOOK WAS AMAZING.IT IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS.THE PICTURES ARE AWESOME! ... Read more

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Leonardo DiCaprio, Taylor Hanson, Backstreet Boy Nick Carter, Usher, and "Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek. Here are short stories starring ordinary girls and the stars they adore. ... Read more

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This book gave awesome facts
This book was the best. Not only did they have good facts, but awesome pictures too. Definatly a keeper. ... Read more

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GET CLOSER TO LEO THAN YOU EVER THOUGHT POSSIBLE!

As every girl in America knows, mere accolades simply fail to do Titanic star Leonardo DiCaprio justice. Now, from a close family friend who watched Leo grow into gorgeous adulthood right before her eyes, here is the book that finally brings you face-to-face with this boy wonder-ful. Brimming with exclusive photos and intimate stories only his family and friends know, Leonardo: Up Close and Personal gives you a unique glimpse of Leo as you've never seen him before--at home, at work, at play, off-guard.

See Leo grow up through photos never-before-seen in public; read touching, funny, and wonderful tales about this lovable hunk; and get the inside scoop on the real Leo. This isn't just any Leonardo biography; this is a fact- and picture-packed tribute to the one-and-only Leo from a woman who has known him for more than half his life. You won't find anything else like it. Or anyone quite like him!
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Customer Reviews (17)

EXCELLENT
I LOVE LEONARDO DICAPRIO,SO I SEE ALL THE BOOKS INTERESTING,BUT WITH THIS BOOK I HAD LEARN A LOT

EXCELLNT
I LOVE LEONARDO DICAPRIO,SO I SEE ALL THE BOOKS INTERESTING,BUT WITH THIS BOOK I HAD LEARN A LOT

Happy Reading
All Leonardo's pictures are juicy good.The book tells you that Leolicious did't always haved it so easy.My mum did't like some of hispics but me, a real fan loves all of them.

An Excellent Choice for Avid Leo Fans!
I think this book was wonderful! The pictures were of excellent quality and more intimate than those in other books. It'd be a wonderful gift for anyone who collects Leo stuff! The bio was unlike any other, and I wasimpressed that the author (Victoria Looseleaf) ACTUALLY knew him! Mostother writers get their info from magazine articles, which I frown upon. Igive this book 5 stars! Read it and you'll understand why I enjoyed it somuch!

Not a good choice - a waste of money.
Ms. Looseleaf has managed to interject 4-letter words into the stories which, in my opinion,is totally not necessary.Another bad example being conveyed to our impressionable young.No wonder children are killingchildren.Some adults need an attitude adjustment and lessons taught inhow to effectively influence children. I'm a mother,I would not give thisto my daughter.In fact, even the pictures are lame. ... Read more

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Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most popular and successful movie stars in the world. He has been acting for many years but everyone noticed him when he starred in William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and then Titanic, one of the biggest, most spectacular films ever made. Now he gets $20 million for each movie he makes!This is the story of his life in Hollywood and his love of acting. Why is he so successful? Read this book and find out! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review
What if the male lead in the blockbuster movie Titanichad been Lenny Williams? Who's Lenny Williams, you ask? Believe it ornot, that's the stage name that one of Leonardo DiCaprio's earlyagents wanted him to adopt. We're glad he stuck with Leo, and gladthis little book about the shining star is full of such fascinatingfacts. Fans can trace DiCaprio's life from his first commercial to thefilming of Romeo andJuliet and Titanic to hisplans for the future. And, of course, this pocket-sized book is packedfull of swoon-inspiring photos of the young star. ... Read more

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GREAT BOOK IF YOU'RE A FAN
This is an excellent little book if you like warm, candid photos of a super star. Published in England for the faithful British fan. "He likes his chips drenched in ketchup." :>)

Worth the little money for a smile on your face. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

awesome
this book had facts that i never knew about Leo befor

Oh my gosh , it's the greatest star around---- Leo!!!!!!!!!!
This is a wonderful book!!! I recemend this book to anyone who LOVES-juicyfacts,Titanic,Leo,and more!!! It's filled with great colored pictures andfun facts!!! Get this book right away!!!!!!!!!

Wow, kool book, i mean its a got-to-have!!!!!
this book has it all!! rumors, facts, bio of leo, well the whole is like a bio with all this other stuff mixed in with it, its just soooooooooo well written,i have all of leos books, cause i'm his #1 fan!!! always and forever. but yes its a great book, and you have to read it! =)

Prince Charming
I wish there were more charming MEN out there that Know how to treat a lady .

WOW!It's to hot to touch.I give it 5 stars.
It to hot to touch.I just get a fellingwhen Iread it. My heart sank after i read it. HE IS CUTE. ... Read more

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Titanic.William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet.The Man in the Iron Mask ...

With each new role, Leonardo DiCaprio has grown from a hot up-and-coming young actor to a romantic idol for millions worldwide.His striking good looks aside, many critics hail Leonardo as the best and brightest of Hollywood's new stars.Through words and images, this book examines the life of Leonardo DiCaprio from his childhood to his most recent film roles.

Leonardo is a portrait of this rising star both on and off the screen.Discover what made this young man the talented and successful actor he is today. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (8)

good book if searchin' for info &(hot) pics!
an interesting book where you can find lots of info, quotes and picks of leonardo dicaprio! interesting to read and look! i had a good time reading it, hope you'll too!

It's not the best but it's not the worst either.
I have bought it I think last week because it was sold out before. I wasn't that enthusiastic about it when I have read and view it. But it's not really bad, if you're a first time Leo fan, but I'm not. The book was quite expensive here, than you bought it in U.S. But it was good for a purpose though, I scanned almost all of Leo's pictures there and posted it on my website. Grace Catalano put Leo in such simple words which easily describes him.

EVERY ONE...;.
WHY DO YOU LIKE HIM JUST FOR HIS LOOKS AND NOT FOR HIS ACTING.I AM A GIRL AND I LIKE LEO FOR HIS ACTING.

Leo is SUCH a HUNK sometimes I think I'll Faint!!!!!
I think Leo is so cute.I stare at his posters so long my eyes start to sting.

Good book, but not as good as some.
I have read many of the Leonardo DiCaprio books out and as nice as the pictures in this book are,I was disappointed in the lack of information.This book is good but really short.I liked it but not as much as the other Leonardo DiCaprio books I had read. ... Read more

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Highlights the personal life and professional career of the young native Californian actor, Leonardo DiCaprio. ... Read more

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A biography of the young actor who has built his career on roles in such films as "The Basketball Diaries", "Romeo and Juliet", and "Titanic". ... Read more

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A colour photograph book of Leonardo Di Caprio, star of "Romeo and Juliet", "Titanic" and "The Man in the Iron Mask". It features a full biography of Leonardo, with quotes from himself and his friends and family. There is an account of every film he has appeared in and a pull-out poster. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

Good Vaue for your money
This book is great for the more serious Leo admirers. O.k. there's not very much about Leo himself, but more about his films and that's what interests me. In this book you'll find comments from Leo on his films andworking on it, but also from his co-stars and directors. In my opinion itwould be even more valuable if there was more about Leo and his decisionsto do a film and more about him working on the film. But still worth themoney.

The one of a kind Leonardo Di Caprio book!
I really like the book because I learned so much about my favorite star, Leonardo Di Caprio. I also love the photos. Some of the pictures in the book are the ones I haven't seen before. I enjoyed reading this book somuch that I didn't realize I finished it for just two hours. I haverepeated reading it for about seven times. I learned some things that I didnot know about Leonardo Di Caprio and his movies. I even read some newsabout him that I haven't heard before. I love this book!!!!It's great!!!Buyit if you are a fan of Leonardo Di Caprio.

I don't know.
Hello, I'm Janet and I'm from Czech Republic. Write me,please

I THOUGHT THE BOOK WAS REALLY COOL AND INTERESTING TO READ
WHAT I TRUELY THINK ABOUT THIS BOOK IS, ITS NEAT AND IT TELLS YOU ABOUT WHAT TYPE OF LIFE STYLE HE HAS HAD I TRUELY THINK THAT LEO IS A VERY INTELLAGENT AND ASTONISHING PERSON TO WORK WITH. THE REASON WHY I LIKE LROIS BECAUSE HE SEES LIFE IN A DIFFERENT WAY ,FROM A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVENOT THE WAY THAT OTHER PEOPLE MIGHT SEE IT.THATS WHAT I THINK OF HIM AS.

LEO ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
IT WAS DA BOMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMB YA BABYREAD IT OR ELSE! I'M WARNING YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU, AND I AM WATCHINGYOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>.................................. ... Read more

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What does Leo consider his worst quality?
Procrastination

Which language (besides English) does Leo speak fluently?
German

Leonardo's latest film is helmed by what famous director of Annie Hall and Radio Days?
Woody Allen

Where can you find all the info on Leo?
Right here in Pop Qiz: Leonardo DiCaprio!

Test your knowledge of the star who's number one at the box office. Then, compare your results with friends to see who's really at the head of the class.

Are you ready for today's Pop Quiz? ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

I can't believe this woman!
Nancy Krulik obviously has way too much time on her hands!Not only did her first book (or, as I like to say, her first attempt at exploiting Leo and quickly cashing in on his success) leave us stunned by the numerous andexcessive amount of mistake in fact, she had to write another one!Thisone is just as awful, giving us "pop quiz" (hence the title)questions to test our Dicaprio knowledge.Personally, I think that herknowledge should be tested, because, true to form, she makes numerousmistakes about his life. ... Read more

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Blond-haired, blue-eyed Romeo seeks Wild Rose. Loves caramel-covered popcorn, gazing at the stars and playing video games.If you enjoy club-hopping, James Dean movies, and a fast game of hoops, Leo is the guy for you. ... Read more

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Der Erwerb des Buches enthält gleichzeitig die kostenlose Mitgliedschaft im Buchklub des Verlags zum Ausprobieren - dort können Sie von über einer Million Bücher ohne weitere Kosten auswählen. Das Buch besteht aus Wikipedia-Artikeln: Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Jodie Foster, Angelina Jolie, Roland Emmerich, Leonardo DiCaprio, John Cage, Gwyneth Paltrow, Mia Farrow, Larry Niven, Forrest J Ackerman, Bret Easton Ellis, Juliette Lewis, Bridget Fonda, Laura Dern, Willis E. Lamb, Liza Minnelli, Anna May Wong, Charles Bukowski, James Horner, Dr. Dre, Beck, Jerry Goldsmith, Brittany Murphy, Kristen Stewart, Ice Cube, Iva Ikuko Toguri D'Aquino, Dustin Hoffman, Raymond Feist, Tony Thomas, Liste der Söhne und Töchter der Stadt Los Angeles, Steve McQueen, Helen Hunt, John Randall Hennigan, Mike Love, Michael Bay, Antonio Villaraigosa, Johnny Horton, David Carradine, Eric Dolphy, Marion Jones, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, Dick Lane, Fay Bainter, Elroy Hirsch, Edith Penrose, Wolfgang Petersen, Nikki Reed, Saaphyri Windsor, Steve Lukather, Frank Gehry, James Newton Howard, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ollie Matson, Bobby Hutcherson, Thora Birch, Hadda Brooks, Ry Cooder, Lynn Carlin, Val Kilmer, Marilyn Hassett, Cosma Shiva Hagen, James Ellroy, Christina Applegate, Katey Sagal, George Takei, Misty May-Treanor, Jeff Bridges, Richard Chamberlain, Jamie Lee Curtis, David Crosby, Etta James, Richard Farnsworth, Arthur Lubin, Melina Perez, David Faustino, Harry Turtledove, Patrice Rushen, Isamu Noguchi, Juanita Moore, Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Leigh Brackett, Daron Malakian, Emily Osment, Tom Russell, Carmit Bachar, David Paich, Jeffrey Burns, Arthur Janov, Eddie Constantine, Eva Mendes, Miranda Cosgrove, Zooey Deschanel, Sophia Bush, Henry Kuttner, Larry Allen, Don Bachardy, Clea DuVall, Joe Flanigan, Kerry King, Ray Harryhausen, Leo McCarey, James Saito, Ron Mix, Chris Hillman, James Cromwell, Paul McCarthy, Steve Douglas, Jackie Cooper, Ashley Judd, L...http://booksllc.net/?l=de&id=16882 ... Read more

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Hollywood''s newest teen heart-throb, DiCapri o has a string of successful films under his belt, including Romeo and Juliet and, most notably, Titanic. This book tell s the story of DiCaprio''s rise to fame. ' ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Are you a fan? If so, this book is for you
I have followed leonardo's career for a while now. I feel that he is an amazing person with incredible talent towards the movie industry and enviromental issues that have plagued humans for years. This book was very useful in understanding more about the actor I encourage you to at least take a browse through the book, trust me you'll enjoy it.

Fun reading, plenty of nice pixes.
I was pleased with the general biographic content; some of which incorporated quotes from his Mom and Dad.I was a bit displeased at the four-letter words interspersed thruout.If in fact all written is true, Iam pleased at Mr. DiCaprio's attempt to keep a clean and sober image.Icertainly hope the media hype doesn't ruin a good boy.

The pictures whereof professional quality and worthy of coffee-table-display (just for ashort while).

The kid is cute; what more can a motherly-type adult say?

very,very good!
this book is full of quotes, pictures and info... it's just what a fan of Leonardo DiCaprio wants' to own... i really enjoyed reading it! chek it out!

Douglas Thompson knows the Leo stuff and that's that.
"Leonardo DiCaprio" by Douglas Thompson is a hard-core Leo Biography.Mr. Thompson uses humor and creative writing to capture that captivating spirit that only Leo posesses; I found the book to beattention-grabbing.

I thought this book was ok.
I like some,not all of it.The pictures were pretty good.The only movie, that I recall, that wasn't reviewed or talked about was "Critter's 3".Leo is my favorite actor. ... Read more