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Henry Cavill
Active Hollywood Cinema, British Film & Global Streaming
- FromSaint Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands
- Based inLondon, United Kingdom & USA
- Age43 years
- Active2001–Present
- Updated
Henry Cavill – Biography
Henry Cavill – Full Information
- Full Name: Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill
- Popular Name: Henry Cavill
- Nickname: Hank
- Profession: Actor, Producer
- Known For: Playing Clark Kent / Superman in the DC Extended Universe, Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher, August Walker in Mission: Impossible – Fallout, and Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes.
- Date of Birth: May 5, 1983
- Age: 43 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Saint Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands
- Hometown: Saint Saviour, Jersey, Channel Islands
- Nationality: British / Jersey
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Current Residence: London, United Kingdom & Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
- Profession Category: Actor / Hollywood Action & Feature Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) approx.
- Weight: 90 kg (198 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Dark Brown
Family
- Father: Colin Cavill (Former Stockbroker)
- Mother: Marianne Dalgliesh (Former Bank Secretary)
- Siblings: Niki Richard Dalgliesh Cavill, Piers Cavill, Simon Cavill, Charlie Cavill (4 Brothers)
- Marital Status: Unmarried / In a Relationship
- Partner: Natalie Viscuso (Partner since 2021)
- Children: 1 Child (with partner Natalie Viscuso)
Education
- School: St Michael’s Preparatory School, Saint Saviour, Jersey
- College: Stowe School, Buckinghamshire, England
- Qualification: High School Diploma / Drama & Sports Focus
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 2001 | Screen debut in feature film Laguna and adaptation of The Count of Monte Cristo |
| 2007 | Television breakthrough as Charles Brandon in Showtime’s historical drama The Tudors |
| 2011 | Landed main lead role as Theseus in mythological action hit Immortals |
| 2013 | Global stardom playing Clark Kent / Superman in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel |
| 2015 | Starred as CIA agent Napoleon Solo in Guy Ritchie’s spy action film The Man from U.N.C.L.E. |
| 2016 | Reprised iconic Superman role in DC blockbuster Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice |
| 2018 | Starred as villainous August Walker alongside Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Fallout |
| 2019 | Headlined Netflix fantasy flagship series The Witcher as Geralt of Rivia |
| 2020 | Played Sherlock Holmes in the mystery hit Enola Holmes and its 2022 sequel |
| 2024 | Starred in action blockbusters Argylle and Guy Ritchie’s The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare |
| 2025 | Starred in Guy Ritchie’s action thriller film In the Grey |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 2014 | MTV Movie & TV Awards | Best Hero | Man of Steel | Won |
| 2014 | Critics’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Actor in an Action Movie | Man of Steel | Nominated |
| 2017 | Golden Raspberry Awards | Worst Screen Ensemble (shared) | Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice | Won |
| 2019 | CinEuphoria Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Audience Award | Mission: Impossible – Fallout | Won |
| 2020 | Saturn Awards | Best Actor on Television | The Witcher | Nominated |
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About Henry Cavill
What is Henry Cavill's most famous movie role?
He is globally famous for playing Clark Kent / Superman in the DC Extended Universe, starting with Man of Steel (2013).
Which television series did Henry Cavill star in as Geralt of Rivia?
He starred as the title character Geralt of Rivia in Netflix's hit fantasy series The Witcher for its first three seasons.
Where did Henry Cavill grow up and attend school?
He grew up in Jersey in the Channel Islands and attended St Michael's Preparatory School before boarding at Stowe School in Buckinghamshire, England.
Did Henry Cavill perform his own stunts in Mission: Impossible – Fallout?
Yes, Cavill executed extensive physical combat and stunt work, including the famous arm-reload fight sequence in the bathroom scene.
Is Henry Cavill involved in video game adaptations?
Yes, Cavill is a massive fan of gaming and tabletop lore and was attached to produce and star in the Warhammer 40,000 cinematic universe.
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