Giddy Leonardo DiCaprio looks right at home as he's surrounded by models at the amfAR gala...as ex Blake Lively hits star-studded event with husband Ryan Reynolds

He recently split from girlfriend of nine months Kelly Rohrbach.

And Leonardo DiCaprio looked delighted to be back in his natural habitat on Wednesday night, as he was surrounded by beautiful models at the amfAR Gala in New York City.

The Oscar nominee was seen animatedly chatting with a stunning mystery brunette, but seemed to avoid a potentially awkward run-in with his ex girlfriend Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds.

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Single and ready to mingle: Leonardo DiCaprio looked delighted to be back in his natural habitat on Wednesday night, as he was surrounded by beautiful models at the amfAR Gala in New York City

Single and ready to mingle: Leonardo DiCaprio looked delighted to be back in his natural habitat on Wednesday night, as he was surrounded by beautiful models at the amfAR Gala in New York City

The Revenant star looked in his element as he sat at his table at the celeb-packed gala and chatted with the gorgeous girl, while seated between two other ladies.

Dressed in a smart black suit and tie, Leo was sporting some distinguished facial hair for the big night.

The gala also attracted the actor's ex girlfriend Blake, who he dated back in 2011 after meeting when she auditioned for his film The Great Gatsby.

See Leonardo DiCaprio updates as he's surrounded by models at the amfAR gala

Good to see you: The Oscar nominee was seen animatedly chatting with a stunning mystery brunette while seated between two other ladies 

Good to see you: The Oscar nominee was seen animatedly chatting with a stunning mystery brunette while seated between two other ladies 

Time to party: The newly single star, who recently split from model Kelly Rohrbach, had a big smile on his face as he enjoyed the star-studded night

Time to party: The newly single star, who recently split from model Kelly Rohrbach, had a big smile on his face as he enjoyed the star-studded night

The 28-year-old beauty looked flawless in a white and shimmering Chanel top and skirt, which she teamed with Christian Louboutin heels as she enjoyed the festivities with her husband Ryan Reynolds.  

In a recent interview with Parade magazine, Leonardo opened up about remaining a bachelor at 41-years-old.

When asked if he believes in marriage, Leo responded: 'That time will come when that time comes. The truth is, you can’t predict marriage. You can’t plan it. It’s just going to happen when it happens.' 

Former flame: The gala also attracted the actor's ex girlfriend Blake, who he dated back in 2011 after meeting when she auditioned for his film The Great Gatsby

Former flame: The gala also attracted the actor's ex girlfriend Blake, who he dated back in 2011 after meeting when she auditioned for his film The Great Gatsby

Be the golden girl in an embellished dress like Blake

The amfAR gala took place in New York City last night and it marked the start of New York Fashion Week. The aids benefit event is primarily to raise awareness of the HIV epidemic and honor those who have made an impact, but it's always a glamorous occasion with a wide array of celebrities in attendance showing their support.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds were just two of the many on the red carpet on the evening and they really know how to make an entrance.

Ryan looked dapper in his sharp suit, while his wife Blake sparkled in her beautifully embellished dress. The stunning A-line number featured a pleated skirt, funnel neck and intricate details and it was of course made by one of the master fashion houses of couture - Chanel.

This beauty wasn't sent down the runway in the spring haute couture show so it must have been made for Blake, but it was certainly inspired by the embellished pieces with gold belts that we saw feature heavily throughout the collection.

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Cute couple: The 28-year-old beauty looked flawless in a white and shimmering Chanel top and skirt as she hit the gala with her husband Ryan Reynolds

Cute couple: The 28-year-old beauty looked flawless in a white and shimmering Chanel top and skirt as she hit the gala with her husband Ryan Reynolds

The actor recently split with model girlfriend Kelly Rohrbach, 25, reportedly due to their work schedules keeping them apart. 

Leo is no stranger to romancing models, having previously dated Gisele Bündchen, Bar Refaeli andToni Garrn.

This year's Oscar favourite was no doubt happy to be surrounded by beautiful women as he enjoyed the annual amfAR Gala, which traditionally takes place on the eve of New York Fashion Week.

This year's event saw top producer Harvey Weinstein honoured, while Charli XCX and Icona Pop performed their 2012 hit I Love It, and guests were invited to bid on the charity auction.

Last year, the gala managed to raise $2.25million for AIDS research. 

Pals: Leo also caught up with good friend Robert De Niro at the annual gala, which raises money for AIDs research

Pals: Leo also caught up with good friend Robert De Niro at the annual gala, which raises money for AIDs research

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