Leonardo DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti Signal "Serious Future" Following 2026 Oscars Appearance

Leonardo DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti confirmed their serious status at the 2026 Oscars. Explore their relationship timeline, Oscar night highlights, and future outlook.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 18, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

Source: Page Six

A Night of Nominees and Memes

DiCaprio attended the 2026 ceremony as a Best Actor nominee for his portrayal of Bob Ferguson in the Paul Thomas Anderson-directed drama One Battle After Another. Although the award ultimately went to Michael B. Jordan for his performance in Sinners, DiCaprio and Ceretti remained a focal point of the evening. During the opening monologue, host Conan O’Brien highlighted DiCaprio’s status as the "king of memes," prompting the actor to deliver a comedic reaction to the camera as Ceretti laughed beside him—a moment that quickly went viral across social media platforms.

Why This Relationship Differs

According to sources close to the actor, Ceretti’s independence is a primary factor in the relationship's longevity. Known for her prolific career as a high-fashion model, Ceretti maintains a schedule as rigorous as DiCaprio’s, which allegedly appeals to his need for a partner who has "her own life." Friends have also noted that DiCaprio is significantly more "openly affectionate" with Ceretti than in past romances, a shift from his typically low-profile public persona. This was previously evidenced by their attendance at high-profile events like Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding in Venice during the summer of 2025.

Timeline of the Romance

The couple was first romantically linked in August 2023 after being spotted in Ibiza. Since then, they have navigated a global schedule together, with Ceretti frequently appearing at international film festivals and industry galas alongside DiCaprio. Her presence at the 2026 Oscars follows a pattern of DiCaprio introducing only his most serious partners to the Academy—previously Gisele Bündchen in 2005 and Camila Morrone in 2020. At 27, Ceretti has surpassed the widely discussed "age 25" milestone often associated with the actor’s dating history, further fueling speculation that the pair is considering long-term stability.