Jared Leto: The Enigmatic Superstar
When it comes to Hollywood's leading men, few can boast the kind of eclectic resume that Jared Leto possesses. From an Oscar-winning performance in "Dallas Buyers Club" to a starring role in "Suicide Squad," Leto has proven himself to be one of the most versatile actors of his generation.
But Leto's professional life is only one part of his story. The actor has also been the subject of intense interest when it comes to his personal life, particularly his dating history. Here's a closer look at some of the most notable romances in Jared Leto's life.
Cameron Diaz
One of Leto's earliest high-profile relationships was with actress Cameron Diaz. The two met on the set of the movie "Feeling Minnesota" in 1996 and began dating soon after. They remained a couple for about three years, but according to Diaz, Leto wasn't quite ready to settle down.
"I'm a romantic, I love romance," Diaz said in an interview with Playboy. "He's a very affectionate, loving guy, but he...what can I say? He's like a rock star. He's like a guy who's living in a different era."
Ashley Olsen
In 2005, Leto was linked romantically with Ashley Olsen, one half of the famous Olsen twins. The two were spotted together at various events and were even photographed kissing, but they never confirmed that they were an official couple.
However, rumors persisted that their relationship fizzled out due to their age difference (Leto is more than a decade older than Olsen) and busy schedules.
Katharina Damm
Around 2008, Leto began dating Danish model Katharina Damm. The two were first spotted together at a party in Los Angeles and were seen out and about several times over the next few months.
However, their relationship was short-lived, and they reportedly broke up after just a few months together.
Lupita Nyong'o
In 2014, rumors began swirling that Leto was dating Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o. The two had been seen together at several events, and Nyong'o even posted a photo of them on Instagram with the caption "Winners In Love."
However, both Leto and Nyong'o denied that they were anything more than friends. In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, Nyong'o said that Leto was "just my brother."
Valery Kaufman
In 2015, Leto was linked romantically with Russian model Valery Kaufman. The two were seen together at several events, including New York Fashion Week and the Cannes Film Festival.
Although they never confirmed that they were officially dating, they were spotted holding hands and looking cozy on multiple occasions.
Sara Sampaio
Most recently, Leto has been linked with Portuguese model Sara Sampaio. The two were seen together at Coachella in April 2018 and were photographed leaving a nightclub together in May.
Neither Leto nor Sampaio have commented publicly on their relationship status, but they have continued to be spotted together at various events throughout 2018.
The Private Life of Jared Leto
Despite his many high-profile relationships over the years, Jared Leto has always been notoriously private when it comes to his personal life.
In interviews, he rarely discusses his romantic relationships, preferring to keep that part of his life out of the public eye. He has even gone so far as to say that he doesn't believe in marriage.
"I think it's hard for everybody," he told Rolling Stone. "I don't think it's a necessity for everybody you can't define happiness that way."
Leto has also been known to keep his personal life off of social media, rarely posting photos or updates about his relationships or family life.
The Future of Jared Leto's Love Life
As one of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors, it's likely that Jared Leto will continue to be the subject of intense interest when it comes to his romantic life.
But whether he chooses to share more about his relationships or keeps them under wraps, one thing is clear: Jared Leto is a man who lives life on his own terms.