Leonardo DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti Share Rare Oscars Moment
In a notable departure from their usual privacy, Leonardo DiCaprio and his girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti were spotted sitting together in the audience at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night. The 51-year-old actor, nominated for Best Actor for his role in One Battle After Another, chose to walk the red carpet solo, donning a classic black tuxedo and showcasing a new mustache. However, the Italian model, aged 27, discreetly joined him later to watch the ceremony unfold.
A Couple's Discreet Public Presence
This event marks a significant public appearance for the pair, who have consistently kept their three-year romance out of the spotlight. Ceretti made a solo appearance on the Vanity Fair after-party carpet, wearing a striking burgundy Alaia gown with a low-cut neckline and transparent acrylic bodice. The couple's approach to public events has been carefully managed; for instance, at the Met Gala in May 2025, DiCaprio attended with Ceretti but avoided the red carpet, while she supported him at the One Battle After Another premiere in Hollywood four months later, skipping the carpet herself.
DiCaprio's last Oscars appearance with a girlfriend dates back to 2005, when he walked the red carpet with supermodel Gisele Bündchen during their five-year relationship. Since then, the actor has minimized public outings with romantic partners, a strategy he discussed in a December interview with Time magazine.
Navigating Fame and Privacy
In the interview, DiCaprio emphasized the importance of maintaining privacy for his career longevity. "It's been a balance I've been managing my whole adult life," he said. "And still I'm not an expert. I think my simple philosophy is only get out there and do something when you have something to say, or you have something to show for it. Otherwise, just disappear as much as you possibly can." Reflecting on the aftermath of Titanic's success in 1997, he added, "I was like, OK, how do I have a long career? Because I love what I do, and I feel like the best way to have a long career is to get out of people's face."
Ceretti offered a glimpse into their relationship in March 2025, telling Vogue France that she was dating a "very, very famous actor" without naming DiCaprio. She expressed frustration with being labeled as someone's girlfriend, stating, "As soon as you're in a relationship with someone who has a larger following than you, you become 'girlfriend of' — or 'boyfriend of,' for that matter. And that can be extremely annoying." She highlighted the challenges of public perception, noting, "People are talking about you as so-and-so's girlfriend who was so-and-so's ex. So it's not nice to think that you can't love whoever you want, because of the labels people need to stick on you."
Oscars Outcome and Relationship Insights
Despite the attention, Ceretti shared that she has learned to navigate dating a high-profile celebrity. "If what you're experiencing is real, if you know you love each other, then there's no reason to be alarmed," she concluded. "Because love protects and gives confidence." At the Oscars, DiCaprio did not win the Best Actor award, which went to Michael B. Jordan for his role in Sinners. However, his film One Battle After Another achieved significant success, securing six trophies, including the prestigious Best Picture award.
The couple's joint appearance at the Oscars underscores their ongoing commitment to balancing public visibility with personal privacy, a theme that resonates throughout their relationship. As they continue to navigate the complexities of fame, this rare moment together offers a glimpse into their discreet yet enduring bond.
