Want to know all about the Titanic Cast Then And Now? As fans could not get enough of the fictionalised movie based on the unsinkable ship, Titanic, James Cameron’s 1997 movie was not only critically acclaimed but was a box office hit that garnered a whopping $2.2 billion at the box office. The movie also witnessed the tragic love story of Rose and Jack and not to forget Celine Dixon’s iconic track from the movie. The movie starred an excellent cast ensemble as well.
Streaming giant Netflix has recently come under fire for streaming the iconic movie just days after the submarine tragedy has been making headlines. Many have taken to social media and called the streaming service out by claiming that Netflix is trying to capitalise off a sad tragedy. Let us find out all about Titanic Cast Then And Now transformation.
Titanic Cast Then And Now
Kate Winslet: The prolific actress played the lead role of Rose DeWitt Bukater in the classic cult movie. As her acting was widely applauded there was no looking back for the actress. Winslet went on to become one of the leading actresses in Hollywood as she starred in movies like Steve Jobs, Mildred Pierce, The Reader and Revolutionary Road. She also won an Emmy in 2021 for Mare of Easttown. She won an Oscar in 2008 for The Reader.
Leonardo DiCaprio: Leonardo DiCaprio played the lead role of a gifted artist Jack Dawson who meets a rather tragic end in this box-office hit movie. As he was paired alongside Kate Winslet, the pair had impeccable chemistry and continued to stay good friends over the years. After starring in numerous movies, DiCaprio finally won his Oscar back in 2016, for the film The Revenant. Other movies where the actor starred include The Aviator, The Departed, and Gangs of New York. Before winning the Oscars in 2016, he had bagged four Oscar nominations as an actor and another one as a producer.
Billy Zane: Billy Zane played the role of the rich and obnoxious Caledon Hockley, who was also Rose’s fiancé in the movie. Charmed, Community and The Boys. He also took to the stage for a stint on Broadway in Chicago. Oh, and he played himself in Zoolander and Zoolander 2 as well as in a Titanic-inspired cameo in the comedy Holmes & Watson.
Kathy Bates: The Oscar-Winning actress played the role of Molly Brown in the movie. Although her role was a short one, Bates managed to leave behind a strong impression on screen. The actress went on to star in Midnight in Paris, About Schmidt, Richard Jewell and Revolutionary Road, where she reunited with her Titanic co-star Kate Winslet and DiCaprio and also bagged an additional three Oscar nominations.
Bill Paxton: Paxton played the role of Brock Lovett. The actor was already a known face by the time he appeared in the James Cameron movie. Paxton also starred in big box office hits including Apollo 13, Aliens, Terminator, and Twister. The actor also starred in the HBO series Big Love. Sadly, the actor passed away in 2017.
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Victor Garber: Garber played the role of the ship creator named Thomas Andrews. The actor went on to star in several other shows and movies including Legally Blonde, Tuck Everlasting, Argo, Milk, Argo, Sicario and Happiest Season. Garber also starred in The Orville, Alias, Eli Stone, Legends of Tomorrow, Web Therapy, and Family Law.
The actor went on to make a guest appearance on the comedy sitcom, Will & Grace in 2005. Apart from commercial movies, Garber is also an impressive stage actor who replaced Horace Vandergelder in the Tony Award-winning revival of Hello, Dolly!
Gloria Stuart: Stuart played the role of an Older Rose and even made history by earning an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Titanic at 87 years old. This made her the oldest-ever acting nominee and she managed to hold on to the tile until 2018. The actress starred in The Million Dollar Hotel and also in the television soap opera General Hospital. Gloria Stuart passed away at the age of 100 in 2010.
