Henry Cavill is a British actor best known for his role as Superman in the DC Extended Universe films, starting with "Man of Steel" in 2013. Born on May 5, 1983, in Jersey, he began his acting career in television before transitioning to film. In addition to his superhero role, Cavill gained popularity for portraying Geralt of Rivia in the Netflix series "The Witcher." He has also appeared in movies like "Mission: Impossible – Fallout" and "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." His performances have earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.