Date of Birth: December 26, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Jared Joseph Leto is an American actor, singer, songwriter, and director, born on December 26, 1971, in Bossier City, Louisiana. Known for his method acting in a wide range of roles, Leto first gained prominence for his role as Jordan Catalano on the television series “My So-Called Life” (1994-1995). He made his film debut in “How to Make an American Quilt” (1995) and has since appeared in critically acclaimed films such as “Requiem for a Dream” (2000), “Dallas Buyers Club” (2013), and “Blade Runner 2049” (2017). Leto’s performance as a transgender woman in “Dallas Buyers Club” earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Apart from acting, he is the lead vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and main songwriter for the band Thirty Seconds to Mars, which he formed in 1998 with his older brother Shannon Leto. The band has released several successful albums and is known for its energetic live performances and strong fan base. Jared Leto is also known for his dedication to his roles, often undergoing significant physical transformations. He is a staunch advocate for various social causes and has directed numerous music videos and documentaries.
5 Interesting Facts about Jared Leto
1. Jared Leto gained 67 pounds for his role in “Chapter 27” (2007), where he portrayed Mark David Chapman, the man who assassinated John Lennon.
2. He is a vegan and has been named one of PETA’s “Sexiest Vegetarians Alive.”
3. Leto is known for his reclusive lifestyle and has often avoided the Hollywood spotlight, preferring to live in a house in the Hollywood Hills.
4. Thirty Seconds to Mars’ second album, “A Beautiful Lie” (2005), was certified platinum in the United States.
5. He directed the documentary “Artifact” (2012), which chronicles Thirty Seconds to Mars’ legal battle with their record label.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jared Leto
1. “Try and fail, but never fail to try.”
2. “Be brave, fight for what you believe in and make your dreams a reality.”
3. “I never look at myself as a celebrity or as an actor or as a musician. It’s all just a big lie, a big con.”
4. “The difference between a dream and a goal is a timeline and accountability.”
5. “Success is a by-product of integrity.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Jared Leto is estimated to be around $90 million.
Children
As of the latest information available, Jared Leto does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Jared Leto IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001467/
2. [Jared Leto Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jared_Leto
3. [Thirty Seconds to Mars Official Website](https://www.thirtysecondstomars.com/
4. [Jared Leto Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jaredleto/
5. [Artifact Documentary on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2293832/
