Jared Leto Biography

Jared Leto is an actor known for roles in the films Requiem for a Dream and Dallas Buyers Club. He is also co-founder and lead singer of the rock band 30 Seconds to Mars.

Born on December 26, 1971, in Bossier City, Louisiana, Jared Leto began acting in college. His breakthrough role was on the show My So-Called Life (1994-95), starring Claire Danes. A film career followed, including roles in Fight Club (1999), Requiem for a Dream (2000) and Dallas Buyers Club (2013), for which he received the 2014 Academy Award for best supporting actor. Leto is also the lead singer of the popular band 30 Seconds to Mars, which he founded with brother Shannon.