Happy Birthday, Leonardo DiCaprio! Watch His First Ever E! News Interview From 1990

Celebrate the Oscar winner turning 43 with this adorable throwback to the actor's first TV role

By McKenna Aiello Nov 11, 2017 12:00 PMTags

It's time to rE!wind with Leonardo DiCaprio

Time sure does fly, because everyone's favorite Hollywood heartthrob celebrates his 43rd birthday. It feels just like yesterday Leo was an aspiring A-lister onset of the short-lived series Parenthood, where E! News sat down with the 15-year-old to talk about his breakout TV role. 

"I like to act," DiCaprio dished, flashing his signature smile. "I think it will get me ahead in life. I like the attention I must admit."

When asked if he ever gets nervous in front of the bright lights of a sound stage, Leonardo answered matter of factly, "Not really. You just got to practice a lot and make sure you know what's going on."

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Leonardo DiCaprio's Best Roles

His natural charisma and confidence certainly paid off, as we're all familiar with DiCaprio's impressive career and status as one of the world's biggest movie stars. With dozens of blockbusters, three Golden Globes, an Academy Award and incredibly successful non-profit organization to his name, it's safe to say Leonardo is still just getting started. 

And to think... it all started with an E! News interview!

Check out the video above and don't forget to wish Leo a very happy birthday.

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