Jared Leto, born December 26, 1971, is a prominent American actor and musician renowned for his versatile career spanning three decades. As a method actor, he has earned numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for his powerful performance as a trans woman in 2013's Dallas Buyers Club. His acting journey began with the television series My So-Called Life (1994), leading to significant film roles in Requiem for a Dream (2000), Fight Club (1999), and recent features like House of Gucci (2021).
Beyond acting, Leto is the charismatic frontman, multi-instrumentalist, and main songwriter for the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars, which he co-founded in 1998 with his brother, Shannon Leto. The band achieved global recognition and commercial success with albums such as A Beautiful Lie (2005) and This Is War (2009), selling over 15 million albums worldwide. Encouraged by an art-centric upbringing, Leto continues to balance both an acclaimed film career and a successful music venture, known for his eccentric stage persona and deep artistic commitment.