Jared Leto is 51 years old as of May 2023.
Jared Leto is an American actor, musician, and director. He first gained recognition in the mid-1990s as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars. Leto then transitioned to acting, and has since appeared in numerous films, including "Requiem for a Dream," "Dallas Buyers Club," and "Blade Runner 2049."
Throughout his career, Leto has been recognized with multiple awards, among them an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is also known for his distinctive fashion sense and has been named to several "best dressed" lists.
Where is Jared Leto from?
Jared Leto was born in Bossier City, Louisiana, United States, on December 26, 1971. However, he grew up in several places across the United States, including Louisiana, Colorado, and Virginia. His parents divorced when he was a child, and he and his older brother, Shannon Leto, were raised primarily by their mother, who worked as a nurse.
As a child, Leto was interested in art and music, and he taught himself to play the guitar. He also developed an interest in acting and appeared in several school plays. After graduating from high school, Leto moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
In Los Angeles, Leto began to focus on his music career and formed the band Thirty Seconds to Mars with his brother Shannon. The band released their debut album in 2002 and has since become known for their alternative rock sound and Leto's distinctive vocals. In addition to his music career, Leto also continued to pursue acting, appearing in films like "How to Make an American Quilt" and "Prefontaine" in the late 1990s.
What movies has Jared Leto starred in?
Jared Leto has appeared in numerous films throughout his career, spanning various genres. Some of his most notable movie roles include:
"Prefontaine" (1997): Leto played Steve Prefontaine, a real-life long-distance runner who competed in the 1972 Olympics.
"Fight Club" (1999): Leto played Angel Face, a member of the titular underground fight club.
"American Psycho" (2000): Leto played Paul Allen, a wealthy investment banker who is brutally murdered by the film's protagonist.
"Requiem for a Dream" (2000): Leto played Harry Goldfarb, a heroin addict who spirals into desperation and despair along with his friends and family.
"Dallas Buyers Club" (2013): Leto played Rayon, a transgender woman who is HIV-positive and becomes friends with the film's protagonist, played by Matthew McConaughey.
"Blade Runner 2049" (2017): Leto played Niander Wallace, a tech tycoon who creates replicants in the film's dystopian future setting.
Leto has also played the iconic villain the Joker in "Suicide Squad" (2016), and is set to reprise the role in the upcoming film "The Suicide Squad" (2021).
What TV shows has Jared Leto starred in?
While Jared Leto is primarily known for his film work, he has also appeared in a handful of TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable TV roles include:
"My So-Called Life" (1994-1995): Leto played Jordan Catalano, a troubled high school student and love interest of the show's protagonist.
"Almost Home" (1993): Leto played Rick, a teenager who moves with his family from New York City to California.
"Arrested Development" (2013): Leto made a brief cameo appearance as a version of himself, promoting a "method acting" program.
"The Outsider" (2020): Leto played Albert Sparma, a prime suspect in a murder investigation.
It's worth noting that Leto's TV work is relatively limited compared to his film work, and he is primarily known for his roles in movies.
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