Tom Brady is pulling for this Oscar winner to play him in a biopic

Entertainment Weekly • January 17, 2026 • sports

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Tom Brady, the 7-time Super Bowl champion, is developing a multi-part documentary series with Fanatics Studios and has discussed potential casting for a biopic about his life.
While previously suggesting Boston actors Matt Damon and Mark Wahlberg, Brady recently expressed interest in Leonardo DiCaprio playing him, praising DiCaprio's depth and perspective.
Brady joked that a good script is needed before casting DiCaprio, indicating openness to the actor taking on the role if he is interested.
The two have become friends, seen socializing together recently, which could lead to future collaborations beyond the biopic idea.
Leonardo DiCaprio rarely portrays athletes, with his only sports-related role being in the 1995 film