David Corenswet is an American actor born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia. He comes from a family with a background in entertainment; his father, John Corenswet, was a stage actor, and his maternal grandfather, Edward Packard, invented the *Choose Your Own Adventure* book series. David began his acting career at a young age, performing in local productions, including a role as Bert in *All My Sons* at nine years old[4]. He initially studied psychology at the University of Pennsylvania but later transferred to the Juilliard School, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2016[4]. Corenswet's early career included guest roles in TV shows like *House of Cards*, *Elementary*, and *Instinct*. His breakout roles came with Ryan Murphy's *The Politician* and *Hollywood*, where he played River Barkley and Jack Castello, respectively[1][2]. In 2022, he appeared in *We Own This City* and *Pearl*, and more recently in *Twisters* and *The Greatest Hits* in 2024[1][2]. Perhaps his most significant role to date is as the new Superman in the 2025 film, marking the beginning of the new DC Universe under James Gunn and Peter Safran[1][3]. As of 2025, Corenswet's net worth is estimated to be around $4 million, largely due to his rising profile in the entertainment industry[3]. His casting as Superman was announced in June 2023, and the film was released on July 11, 2025[1][3]. This role marks a significant milestone in his career, as he replaces Henry Cavill in the iconic role[3]. Corenswet's journey from stage acting to leading roles in major films highlights his versatility and growing influence in Hollywood.