In November 2024, the world marked 27 years since the release of James Cameron’s legendary disaster film Titanic. Premiering in the fall of 1997, the movie swept the Academy Awards, winning an astounding 11 Oscars. Centered on the tragic sinking of the namesake cruise liner after striking an iceberg in 1912, the film masterfully weaved a passionate love story between its young protagonists, brought to life by Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.

Leonardo DiCaprio (Jack Dawson)
Age during the film’s release: 23, Age now: 50

Kate Winslet (Rose DeWitt Bukater)
Age during the film’s release: 22,l Age now: 48

Billy Zane (Caledon Hockley)
Age during the film’s release: 31, Age now: 58

Kathy Bates (Molly Brown)
Age during the film’s release: 49, Age now: 76

Frances Fisher (Ruth DeWitt Bukater)
Age during the film’s release: 45, Age now: 72

Gloria Stuart (Elderly Rose DeWitt Bukater)
Age during the film’s release: 87, Passed away at age 100

Though Titanic was released over two decades ago, its impact remains timeless, as does the legacy of its iconic cast.