Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill, born on May 5, 1983, is a celebrated British actor best known for his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe and Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix series "The Witcher." With his striking looks and compelling performances, Cavill has become one of the most recognizable actors in Hollywood.
ABOUT
Henry Cavill catapulted to global fame with his role as Superman in Zack Snyder's "Man of Steel" (2013), a performance that firmly planted him in the annals of superhero lore. Subsequent roles have shown his versatility as an actor, with standout performances in historical dramas, spy thrillers, and fantasy series. Beyond acting, Cavill is known for his dedication to fitness and his passion for gaming, famously proclaiming his love for "World of Warcraft."
BEFORE FAME
Cavill's journey to stardom began in Saint Helier, Jersey, in the Channel Islands, where he was born. He attended St Michael's Preparatory School and later Stowe School in England. Cavill's interest in acting was kindled during his school years, where he took part in various school productions. His first significant break came in 2001 with a role in the film "Laguna," and he continued building his career with appearances in "The Count of Monte Cristo" (2002) and various television series, including "The Tudors" (2007–2010).
TRIVIA
- Henry Cavill almost played James Bond, narrowly missing out to Daniel Craig for the role in "Casino Royale" (2006).
- He was dubbed the "Unluckiest Man in Hollywood" after narrowly missing out on roles in "Superman Returns" (2006), "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" (2005), and the Twilight series.
- Besides his acting prowess, Cavill is a polyglot, fluent in several languages including French and Italian.
- He has a keen interest in history, particularly in Ancient Rome, and has expressed a desire to play a Roman historical figure.
FAMILY LIFE
Cavill was born to Marianne, a secretary in a bank, and Colin Cavill, a stockbroker. He is one of five boys. Since achieving fame, Henry has managed to keep much of his personal life private but has shared the importance of family support in his career.
ASSOCIATED WITH
Henry Cavill has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood. He starred alongside Amy Adams in "Man of Steel" and its sequels, and with Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" (2016) and "Justice League" (2017). In the Netflix series "The Witcher," he shares the screen with Anya Chalotra and Freya Allan. Notably, he has formed a strong working relationship with director Zack Snyder, having worked on multiple projects together in the DC Extended Universe. He is also known for his role in "Mission: Impossible – Fallout" (2018), working with Tom Cruise.
Henry Cavill continues to garner acclaim and fans worldwide with his compelling performances and dedication to his craft, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
