Few on-screen couples have etched themselves into cinematic history quite like Jack & Rose — the unforgettable duo brought to life by Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in James Cameron’s legendary 1997 film Titanic. Over two decades later, fans around the world still look back on their performances with awe and deep affection.

Recently, a side-by-side “Then and Now” photo of the iconic stars surfaced online, reigniting waves of nostalgia across social media. On one side: a youthful Leonardo and Kate, forever immortalized as Jack Dawson and Rose DeWitt Bukater aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic. On the other: the two reunited in present day, older, wiser, but with the same unmistakable bond that captivated audiences worldwide.

Though Jack and Rose’s story was fictional — a tragic love affair that sank with the ship — the chemistry between DiCaprio and Winslet was deeply real. Their performances helped Titanic become one of the highest-grossing films of all time, winning 11 Academy Awards and solidifying their places in Hollywood royalty.

Over the years, Leonardo and Kate have remained close friends. In interviews, both have described their connection as “genuine” and “effortless,” a rare Hollywood friendship that has stood the test of time. They’ve supported each other through major life milestones, awards seasons, and countless red carpets — much to the delight of fans who still ship “Jack & Rose” to this day.

This latest “Then and Now” photo is more than a nostalgia trip — it’s a reminder of how some stories, and the people who bring them to life, never truly fade. They grow with us. They become part of who we are.

Because whether it’s 1997 or 2025, Jack and Rose will always be sailing in our hearts.