David Corenswet Shares the Uplifting Words Henry Cavill Gave Him as the New Superman
So here's a really wholesome moment from the world of superheroes that I think is worth talking about. David Corenswet — the new face of Superman — recently opened up about some touching advice he received from none other than Henry Cavill, the man who famously wore the cape in the Man of Steel era. It's always interesting when one actor passes the torch to another, but this one feels particularly meaningful.
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At the London premiere of the upcoming Superman film, David, now 31, shared that he reached out to both Henry Cavill and Superman & Lois star Tyler Hoechlin. And while neither of them gave him a step-by-step guide on how to play the iconic role of Clark Kent, what they offered instead was probably even more powerful: heartfelt encouragement.
Corenswet revealed they exchanged letters — not emails or texts, but actual letters — which just makes it all the more genuine and personal. According to David, both Henry and Tyler emphasized one key thing: have fun with it. That’s it. No pressure, no critique, just a simple reminder that playing Superman should be a joyful experience. And honestly, that’s probably the most Superman-like advice anyone could give.
In fact, David mentioned that both actors made it clear they didn’t want to influence his interpretation too much. He recalled them saying in their own way, “I’m not gonna try and give you any tips.” And that kind of restraint actually shows a lot of respect — not just for David’s version of the character, but for the idea that Superman is bigger than any one actor.
It’s also worth noting how gracious Henry Cavill has been throughout the transition. After previously announcing his return as Superman, he later shared the bittersweet news that he wouldn’t be donning the cape again, following conversations with James Gunn and Peter Safran at DC Studios. Still, Henry handled it with incredible class, wishing everyone involved “the happiest of fortune” in building the new DC universe.
And now, David steps into the role with that legacy in mind — not weighed down by expectations, but lifted up by the goodwill of those who came before him. It’s symbolic in a way. Superman, after all, is a symbol of hope. And what Cavill and Hoechlin gave David wasn’t direction—it was permission to find his own version of that hope.
David’s already started his transformation, saying the first stop on his Superman journey was the gym—of course. With director James Gunn telling him to “work on your shoulders,” David took it as more than just a physical challenge. He’s stepping up, literally and figuratively.
The upcoming film also stars Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, with a lineup that promises to bring fresh energy to the franchise. But at the heart of it all is a Superman who’s not just shaped by workouts or costumes—but by a quiet note of encouragement from the past to the future. And that, to me, is pretty super.
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