Leonardo DiCaprio Brings Girlfriend to Oscars, Sparking Engagement Rumors

The actor's decision to attend the 96th Academy Awards with Vittoria Ceretti instead of his usual red carpet companion, his mother, has fueled speculation about the couple's relationship status.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 7:50pm

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Leonardo DiCaprio ignited new speculation about a potential engagement after reportedly making a 'coded' move regarding his relationship at the 96th Academy Awards, choosing girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti as his date instead of his longtime red carpet companion, mother Irmelin Indenbirken, according to RadarOnline.com.

Why it matters

DiCaprio has long been known for keeping his personal life private, rarely bringing romantic partners to high-profile events like the Oscars. His decision to attend with Ceretti, rather than his mother, is seen as a significant shift that has sparked industry chatter about the couple's relationship potentially entering a more serious phase.

The details

The 51-year-old classic actor attended the awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles with the 27-year-old Ceretti for the first time in their three-year relationship, marking a notable change for DiCaprio, who traditionally brought his 83-year-old mother to prestigious events. Indenbirken accompanied him to both the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs earlier this year, making Ceretti's presence at the biggest night in Hollywood particularly noteworthy. While the couple maintained their characteristic discretion, appearing separately on the red carpet but seated together in the audience, this move was widely interpreted as a significant step in their relationship.

  • DiCaprio and Ceretti have attended major events together before, including the 2025 Met Gala.
  • Indenbirken accompanied DiCaprio to both the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs earlier this year.

The players

Leonardo DiCaprio

A 51-year-old classic actor known for keeping his personal life private and rarely bringing romantic partners to high-profile events.

Vittoria Ceretti

A 27-year-old model who has been dating DiCaprio for the past three years.

Irmelin Indenbirken

DiCaprio's 83-year-old mother, who has traditionally accompanied him to prestigious events like the Oscars.

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What they’re saying

“It didn't feel like his typical attempt to keep his personal life private, but rather a signal of a different tone and a more clearly stated intention.”

— Industry insider

“Among those in the industry, there was a growing sense that this wasn't just another quiet appearance together. It seemed more purposeful, almost as if he was signaling something more serious, and that gave the moment a weight people aren't used to seeing from him.”

— Industry insider

“As soon as you're in a relationship with someone who has more followers than you, you become 'the girlfriend of' – or 'the boyfriend,' if you will.”

— Vittoria Ceretti

“I had made a pact with myself: 'Okay, how do I have a long career? Because I love what I do, and it seems to me the best way to have a long career is to withdraw from public life.' I think my simple philosophy is to go out and do something only when I have something to say or something to show. Otherwise, I just disappear as much as possible.”

— Leonardo DiCaprio

What’s next

The couple's relationship status and any potential engagement plans remain unconfirmed, but their appearance together at the Oscars has sparked significant industry speculation and interest in the future of their relationship.

The takeaway

DiCaprio's decision to bring Ceretti as his date to the Oscars, rather than his mother, represents a notable shift in his typically private approach to his personal life, fueling rumors and industry chatter about the couple's relationship potentially entering a more serious phase.