Over 25 years after its release, “Titanic” is still considered one of the most romantic and saddest movies ever made.
After the film’s release, the tragic ending was debated and many were devastated when the lovable Jack Dawson passed away.
Years later, people still question the scene’s legitimacy, but director James Cameron acknowledges his decision as an “artistic decision.”
However, the tear film from 1997 received great critical acclaim at the time and still enjoys great popularity today, which is probably due to the convincing performances of the actors.
Following the film’s success, co-lead actors Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio continued their successful film careers, but where is the rest of the cast? Read on to find out.
Kate Winslet—Rose DeWitt Bukater
Kate Winslet has become one of Hollywood’s most respected actresses following the success of Titanic
Kate Winslet plays the fierce and rebellious protagonist in the 1997 film, coining one of the most iconic film phrases, “Draw me like one of your French girls,” in a standout scene in which Jack creates a nude portrait of her.
There is intense chemistry between the two on and off stage, and Winslet continues to thank her co-star DiCaprio for his constant support over the years.
Since the release of Titanic, Winslet has risen to become one of Hollywood’s most respected actresses and was not long without a new prominent role.
With five nominations at the time, Winslet won an Oscar for The Reader in 2008. She has since been nominated for one more and multiple Golden Globes, including Mare of Easttown in 2022, 2016 for Steve Jobs and Midlred Peers in 2009.
Winslet is married and has three children with businessman Edward Abel Smith. Though her Titanic days seem far behind, Winslet still holds on to the breakthrough role and had her leading man walk her down the aisle.
Leonardo DiCaprio-Jack Dawson
After playing the lovable Jack Dawson on Titanic, DiCaprio’s career took off at a rapid pace and hasn’t slowed down since
Before the success of Titanic, Leonardo DiCaprio had some notable roles to his credit, starring alongside Johnny Depp in What’s Eating: Gilbert Grape (1993) and Claire Daines in Romeo and Juliet (1996). .
His role as the lovable and caring Jack Dawson took him to new heights and his career hasn’t slowed down since.
After starring in as many notable films as The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) and Catch Me If You Can (2002) and earning four Oscar nominations, his wait for an Oscar has become a long-running joke.
The actor finally won his Oscar for The Revenant in 2016, and his co-star Winslet hailed his success at the ceremony.
Since then, Dicaprio has starred in the star-studded films Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood (2019) and Don’t Look Up (2021).
The actor was last seen in Scorsese’s 2023 crime drama Killers of the Flower Moon.
In addition to his active film career, DiCaprio is a vocal campaigner for action on climate change and has spoken at the United Nations on the issue.
Billy Zane-Caledon Hockley
Zane has enjoyed a successful acting career and broke into the world of television with his roles in Charmed and Mad Dogs
Zane played Rose’s wealthy fiancé in Titanic, but off screen the expressionist painter isn’t so evil.
The actor continued his career, appearing in major film projects from Sniper to Zoolander.
Zane has embraced the world of television, appearing on Charmed, Mad Dogs, The Boys and MacGruber.
The actor was previously married to Lisa Collins before the couple separated in 1995. After that, he had various relationships and started dating Candice Neil in 2011.
The two had a daughter in 2014 but announced their split in 2022.
Kathy Bates- Molly Brown
Despite struggling with health in 2012, Kathy Bates has enjoyed a successful film and television career
Kathy Bates had already won an Oscar in 1991 with “Misery” and continued her cinema success even after the film was completed.
Bates went on to television, starring in Harry’s Law, The Office, Feud and Disjointed. Her recurring roles in Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story gained widespread popularity.
The actor has struggled with some health issues and was diagnosed with ovarian and breast cancer in 2012. Bates underwent surgery and survived.
Frances Fisher—Ruth DeWitt Bukater
In addition to her acting career, Fisher is a political activist and supported Bernie Sanders’ first presidential campaign
Since playing Rose’s mother in Titanic, Frances Fisher has worked on screen in Laws of Attraction, Jolene, Awake and Woman in Gold.
The actor had a daughter with Clint Eastwood in 1993, the couple appeared in an episode of Fargo, playing older and younger versions of each other together.
Since then, the actress has appeared in episodes of Watchmen and The Sinner.
Fisher is also a political activist and supported Bernie Sanders’ first presidential campaign and took part in the protests against the 2023 writers’ strike in New York.
Bill Paxton-Brock Lovett
Bill Paxton had a successful acting career before dying of complications from heart surgery in 2017
Paxton had appeared in Aliens, Terminator, Twister, and Apollo 13 prior to his role in Titanic, making him an already well-known actor.
After his supporting role in the film, he continued to appear in major films such as Mighty Joe Young and The Edge of Tomorrow.
He also ventured into television roles on the HBO series Big Love, about a polygamist family in Utah.
Unfortunately, the actor passed away in February 2017 as a result of complications during heart surgery.
Gloria Stuart – Old Rose
Gloria Stuart received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as the older Rose – she was the oldest person to ever receive an Oscar nomination at the time
Gloria Stuart throwing the heart of the ocean necklace into the scene is perhaps one of the most talked about moments in the film.
Her performance as “Older Rose” earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress at age 87, making her the oldest actress nominee of all time until 2018, when Christopher Plummer was nominated at 88
She believed her career peaked before the success of the Titanic in the 1930s. Stuart worked in films like The Million Dollar Hotel well into her 90s.
Her last role was in the 2004 film Land of Plenty, the actress died of respiratory failure in 2010 at the age of 100.
Victor Garber-Thomas Andrews
Not limited to one role, Victor Garber has appeared in numerous films and television shows, as well as dabbled in theater
Victor Garber is not limited to one role, he has acted in almost every role from Legally Blonde, Tuck Everstanding, Milk, Argo, Sicario to TV roles like Legends of Tomorrow, Web Therapy, The Orville and Family Law.
The actor has been nominated for six Emmy Awards and also works in theater, most recently returning in 2019’s Hello, Dolly! back to the stage.
He is a close friend of actress Jennifer Garner, having starred alongside her in Alias, and is the godfather to her eldest child.
Danny NucciFabrizio
Following his supporting role as Jack’s best friend on Titanic, Danny Nucci has enjoyed a stable television career
After playing Jack’s best friend on Titanic, Nucci worked extensively on television.
He has appeared on NCIS, CSI, Arrow and Castle and had a recurring role on the freeform series The Fosters from 2013-2018.
The actor has been married to Paula Marshall since 2003, and Nucci also has a child from a previous marriage.
David Warner Spicer Lovejoy
Following the success of Titanic, he appeared in films such as Planet of the Apes and Return of Mary Poppins, which was his final role before his death in 2022
Warner played the arrogant and suspicious character Lovejoy (although he never smiled on screen).
After his role in “Titanic”, he appeared in films such as “Planet of the Apes”, “Black Death” and “Mary Poppins Returns”, which was his last role.
Warner died of lung cancer in July 2022 at the age of 80.
Suzy Amis-Lizzy Calvert
Suzy Amis gave up acting in 1998 and is now married to director James Cameron, whom she met on set
Suzy Amis played Rose’s daughter in the supporting role in Titanic, which was one of her last acting jobs before giving up altogether in 1998.
However, she still hangs out with Hollywood stars and has been married to director James Cameron since 2000, whom she met on set.
The former actress is now an activist focused on sustainable fashion and the Food Task Force, which aims to reduce meat consumption.