
Brad Pitt and Nicholas Cage, to name a few, are household names today. But do you know where they got their start? Most celebrities started out with small, modest roles as they built their name in Hollywood. While we may not know the past of all our favorite celebrities, we’re here to take a nostalgic look at the early roles of some of Hollywood’s most famous stars. Some jobs catapult careers, but none compare to these breakout roles.
#1: Leonardo DiCaprio – Growing Pains (1991)
Before Leonardo DiCaprio became a popular name with Titanic, he appeared on the sitcom Growing Pains as Luke Brower, a homeless teen who is taken in by the Seaver family. DiCaprio’s performance showcased his talent at a young age, which worked as a sign of the star he would soon become. It was the beginning of his journey toward fame.

