Jim Carroll

Jim Carroll is a fictional character appearing in the 1995 film The Basketball Diaries, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio.
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== Biography ==
He is a former student and basketball player from a humble background in New York City. He was a star player on his school's undefeated team, earning him a scholarship to an elite private academy. However, his addiction to heroin has forced him to live on the streets as a homeless person. He is primarily focused on getting high, and has resorted to prostitution to make money for his habit. Jim's main challenge is overcoming his addiction and letting love into his life, as his mother desperately wants to help him but he continues to push her away.
== Personality ==
He is a charismatic, attractive and poetic individual. He has a unique perspective on life and has a passion for writing poetry. He has been using his experiences with addiction and his tough life in the streets as inspiration for his poetry. He sees his addiction as something that he can't control, a dream that moves in unpredictable ways.
==Appearances==
*The Basketball Diaries (1995)
Category:Characters
Category:Male characters
Category:The Basketball Diaries characters
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