Rose changed her last name to "Dawson" to honor Jack's memory, distancing herself from her past. Rose never contacted her abusive mother and fianc after the Titanic sinking, starting over completely. Rose's life after the Titanic included becoming a successful actress and having a family, honoring Jack's memory.

The story of Titanic is told by old Rose DeWitt Bukater, and while the movie focuses on her time on board the ship with Jack Dawson, it also reveals a handful of things about Roses life after the tragedy of the Titanic. Although over two decades have passed since the release of James Camerons Titanic, it continues to be one of the biggest and most successful movies ever made. In addition to that, the romance between Rose and Jack on board the infamous ship is still one of the most beloved love stories in film history.

Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet) was...