10 Celebrity “Rags to Riches” stories you didn’t know about (With Pictures)

6. Leonardo DiCaprio

DiCaprio was raised by a single mother in a neighborhood where poverty, crime and prostitution ran rampant. It goes without saying that it was by far not the most ideal place for a young person to grow up. He dropped out of high school during his sophomore year. Since his first acting gig in 1990 in the TV show Parenthood, he’s gone on to star in numerous blockbuster movies that have consistently showcased his versatility as a gifted actor. It wasn’t until he starred in Titanic that he inched closer to A-list status. His dedication to his craft resulted in a long-awaited Oscar win for his gritty portrayal in 2015’s The Revenant. DiCaprio, who seems to have a penchant for dating models, is worth an astonishing $200 million.