Chronology of the novel
Rumors about a romance between Leonardo DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti first surfaced in May 2023. The couple were photographed together at the Cannes Film Festival, where the actor premiered the film “The Killers of the Flower Moon.” They later crossed paths again at a star‑studded birthday party for designer Riccardo Tisci and were caught by paparazzi during a late summer walk in Los Angeles, stirring chatter that there was more than friendship between them. In early September, observers debated the nature of their relationship after photographers captured a moment of affection between the model and the actor at a nightclub in Ibiza.
Towards the end of September, DiCaprio traveled to Milan to join Ceretti at Milan Fashion Week, where he reportedly introduced her to his mother, Irmelin Indenbirken. Members of the actor’s circle confirmed to journalists that the relationship had grown more serious, with Page Six noting that the pair had been spending substantial time together and seemed to be getting to know each other on a deeper level. (Citation: Entertainment press coverage, sources aggregated in September 2023)
In November 2023, Daily Mail described DiCaprio as Hollywood’s most eligible bachelor being deeply infatuated with the model. A close associate remarked that DiCaprio admired every facet of Ceretti, calling her intelligent and intriguing, and highlighting the partner qualities he sought. (Citation: Daily Mail profile, November 2023)
The couple kept a low public profile for a time, with neither commenting on their relationship. They briefly retreated from media visibility in December, which sparked breakup rumors. Yet, paparazzi later photographed them sharing a dinner at Nobu in Hollywood and strolling the streets of Los Angeles again a month later. (Citation: Celebrity sightings, early 2024)
On March 27, they were photographed having lunch on an outdoor patio at Yuca’s in California. Journalists noticed a large silver ring on Ceretti’s ring finger, speculating that DiCaprio might propose. However, readers of the publication noted that the ring might not indicate anything definitive, pointing out that rings can carry various meanings and that engagement chatter often follows a predictable pattern in celebrity journalism. (Citation: Lifestyle press, March 2024)
Some readers weighed in with skeptical takes, arguing that a ring on that finger did not guarantee proposals, while others teased that headlines would soon shift to a breakup if a milestone like DiCaprio’s upcoming birthday approached. The broader online conversation reflected a persistent curiosity about whether DiCaprio would commit given his age and public image. (Citation: Online commentary, March 2024)
Who is Vittoria Ceretti?
- Vittoria Ceretti was born on June 7, 1998, in Brescia, Italy, to Giuseppe Ceretti, a flooring company owner, and Francesca Lazzari, a homemaker.
- At 14, Ceretti entered the Elite Model Look contest and soon signed her first contract with a modeling agency. Less than two years later, she walked the runway for Dolce & Gabbana, marking a breakout moment in her career.
- Ceretti has built a high-profile portfolio that includes campaigns for Tiffany & Co, Fendi, Versace, Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Bottega Veneta, in addition to a track record as an environmental advocate alongside DiCaprio. (Citation: Industry profiles, compiled 2022–2023)
- In 2022 Ceretti ranked among the world’s top models, placing second behind Bella Hadid in a prominent global tally. (Citation: Fashion rankings 2022)
- Two years prior, Ceretti appeared on fashion pages criticizing Lily‑Rose Depp, the daughter of Vanessa Paradis and Johnny Depp, over perceived parental influence in the industry. Ceretti argued that doors should be accessible to talented newcomers rather than solely to children of stars. (Citation: Fashion press, 2020–2021)
- In 2020 Ceretti wed Italian DJ Matteo Milleri, known as Anyma. They reportedly separated in the summer of 2023, shortly before Ceretti’s public connection with DiCaprio. (Citation: Entertainment coverage, 2020–2023)
DiCaprio’s personal life before meeting Ceretti
Bridget Hall
The first notable public relationship for DiCaprio was with model Bridget Hall. They began dating in 1994 when he was 19 and she was 16. The romance lasted only a few months, as DiCaprio chose to focus on his burgeoning career. (Citation: Career retrospective, mid-1990s)
Claire Danes
A romance with Claire Danes began on the set of Romeo + Juliet but concluded before the film’s release. Rumors suggested Danes believed DiCaprio was too young for a serious commitment, and she moved on. The actor later attended the film’s premiere with a new partner, model Kristen Zang. (Citation: Film press, late 1990s)
Kristen Zang
DiCaprio’s public appearance with Kristen Zang was viewed as a televised response to the Danes chapter. Their relationship marked one of the first long-running partnerships in his life, lasting more than a year before the couple parted after the Titanic premiere, a split tied to the intensity of fame. (Citation: Tabloid coverage, 1996–1997)
Helena Christensen, Amber Valletta, Bijou Phillips and Eva Herzigova
After Zang, DiCaprio briefly dated Helena Christensen, followed by short ties with Amber Valletta, Bijou Phillips, and Eva Herzigova. The relationships spanned various lengths, with public attention intensifying as stardom rose. (Citation: Entertainment chronicles, 1997–1998)
Gisele Bündchen
One of the longest relationships occurred with Gisele Bündchen, from 2000 to 2005. Their romance was high-profile, but the couple ended as career pressures took the foreground for DiCaprio. (Citation: Celebrity history, 2000s)
Bar Refaeli
DiCaprio’s pairing with Bar Refaeli began in 2006 after a Las Vegas party meeting. The two were occasionally engaged in speculation about an engagement, with a final split in 2011 after brief reunions. (Citation: Tabloid timeline, 2006–2011)
Blake Lively
Following the Refaeli chapter, DiCaprio dated Blake Lively for a period, without public comment on the relationship or its end. Insider sources suggested the separation came at his urging. (Citation: Entertainment gossip, late 2000s)
Alice Crawford, Erin Heatherton, Toni Garrn, Kelly Rohrbach and Nina Agdal
From 2012 to 2017, DiCaprio’s dating circle included a succession of younger models who often drew headlines for their evolving connections. Each relationship drew media interest while moving in and out of the spotlight. (Citation: Fashion press timeline, 2012–2017)
Camila Morrone
In 2017 DiCaprio began a relationship with Camila Morrone, introduced by Al Pacino. They appeared publicly as a couple at the Oscars in 2020, and while rumors of engagement circulated for a time, the couple split in 2022. (Citation: Red carpet coverage, 2019–2022)
Gigi Hadid, Eden Polani, Maya Jama, Neelam Gill, Victoria Lamas and Megan Roche
After Morrone, DiCaprio’s public associations included models and hosts such as Gigi Hadid, Eden Polani, Neelam Gill, Megan Roche, Victoria Lamas, and Maya Jama. The string of high-profile flings kept him in the media spotlight through 2023. (Citation: Celebrity roundups, 2022–2023)
While none of these romances were officially confirmed as long-term commitments, DiCaprio built a reputation for courting younger models and becoming known as a prominent figure in the world of fashion modeling. (Citation: Public perception, long-running narrative)