How old is Henry Cavill?

Henry Cavill is 42 years old (born May 5, 1983).

Is Henry Cavill still alive?

Yes, Henry Cavill is still alive as of 2026, aged 42.

What is Henry Cavill's real name?

Henry Cavill's full birth name is H. Cavill.

Where is Henry Cavill from?

Henry Cavill is from St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands, Channel Islands.

What generation is Henry Cavill?

Henry Cavill is a Millennial, born in 1983.

Henry Cavill

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Henry Cavill has spent 24 years building a distinguished career as a Actor in Channel Islands.

Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill (born May 5, 1983) is a British actor. He is known for his portrayal of Charles Brandon in Showtime's The Tudors (2007–2010), DC Comics character Superman in the DC Extended Universe, Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix fantasy series The Witcher (2019–present), as well as Sherlock Holmes in the Netflix film Enola Holmes (2020). Cavill began his career with roles in the feature adaptations of The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) and I Capture the Castle (2003).

"His most defining career moment is arguably his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe, starting with Man of Steel in 2013." — About Henry Cavill

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Born

Years in career24 years active

May 5th, 1983

Birthplace

St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

Channel Islands

Generation

Millennial

Career

24 years

Region

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How Henry Cavill compares to other Actors

🎂Henry Cavill is 11 years younger than the average Actor

Metric	Henry Cavill	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	42	53	-11 yrs
Career length	24 yrs	~35 yrs	-11 yrs
Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database

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Facts about Henry Cavill

Did you know?

Did you know that Henry Cavill was once so absorbed in playing World of Warcraft that he nearly missed the life-changing call informing him he'd landed the role of Superman?

5 Lesser-known facts

He was once considered "the unluckiest man in Hollywood" for missing out on several major roles, including Batman and James Bond.
He almost missed the phone call offering him the role of Superman because he was too engrossed in a PC game, World of Warcraft.
He is a passionate Warhammer 40,000 enthusiast, often building and painting miniatures in his spare time.
His dog, an American Akita named Kal, is named after Superman's Kryptonian birth name, Kal-El.
He endured significant bullying in boarding school, which he attributes to helping him develop resilience.

Career highlight

His most defining career moment is arguably his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe, starting with Man of Steel in 2013. This role catapulted him to global superstardom, establishing him as a modern icon of the superhero genre. He physically embodied one of the most beloved comic book characters with a commanding presence.

Legacy

Henry Cavill's legacy is defined by his dedicated embodiment of iconic characters, from Superman to Geralt of Rivia, often involving intense physical transformations. He is seen as a modern action star who brings a blend of gravitas and vulnerability to his roles, captivating audiences worldwide.