Henry Cavill, 1983
Actors · May 5, 1983
Henry Cavill
★ HOW OLD IS HENRY CAVILL?
Henry Cavill is 43 years old, born May 5, 1983 in United Kingdom · Taurus.
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About
Henry Cavill became a global icon playing Superman across the DC Extended Universe from 2013 to 2023, starting with Man of Steel. The British actor broke through on television with The Tudors (2007–2010), then shifted to major franchises including Netflix's The Witcher and the Enola Holmes films. Born 5 May 1983, Cavill is a Taurus known for taking on physically demanding, heroic roles.
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Biography
Henry Cavill gained worldwide recognition as Superman in the DC Extended Universe, beginning with Man of Steel (2013) and reprising the role in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) and Justice League (2017), plus cameos in Black Adam (2022) and The Flash (2023). Before that breakout, he made his television debut in 2002 on The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, then earned critical acclaim as Charles Brandon in Showtime's The Tudors (2007–2010). He starred as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix's The Witcher (2019–2023), bringing the video-game character to live action. His film work spans Theseus in Immortals (2011), Napoleon Solo in The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015), Sherlock Holmes in the Enola Holmes films (2020–present), and Gus March-Phillipps in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024), plus roles in Night Hunter (2018), Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018), and Argylle (2024). Born 5 May 1983 in the United Kingdom, Cavill is a Taurus—an earth sign associated with determination and loyalty. As an actor, he performs in film and television productions across genres, from superhero blockbusters to prestige dramas.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Cavill began his film career in 2001 with a role in Laguna, then made his television debut in 2002 on The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. He spent several years building his craft in smaller roles before landing the character of Charles Brandon in Showtime's The Tudors (2007–2010), which earned him critical recognition and set the stage for his later superhero casting.
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Trivia
- Cavill played Superman across the DC Extended Universe for a decade (2013–2023), reprising the role in three theatrical films and two additional cameo appearances.
- He portrayed Geralt of Rivia in Netflix's The Witcher for four seasons (2019–2023) before the role was recast.
- His film debut came in 2001 with Laguna, but he didn't achieve major recognition until his television role in The Tudors nearly a decade later.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Builder
Disciplined and structured. Henry Cavill succeed where consistency beats charisma — long catalogs, repeatable craft, slow-grow audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- RockyRabbit · 1999
- Rob KardashianRabbit · 1987
- Pop SmokeRabbit · 1999
- An Yu-jinGoat · 2003
CHALLENGING
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Taylor Swift
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Henry Cavill?
- Henry Cavill is 43 years old (born May 5, 1983).
- When is Henry Cavill's birthday?
- Henry Cavill was born on May 5, 1983.
- What is Henry Cavill's zodiac sign?
- Henry Cavill is a Taurus, born May 5, 1983.
- What is Henry Cavill's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Henry Cavill was born in 1983, the year of the Water Pig.
- Where is Henry Cavill from?
- Henry Cavill is from United Kingdom.
- What does Henry Cavill do?
- Henry Cavill is a actor.
- Is Henry Cavill still alive?
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