DAVID CORENSWET

David Corenswet – Full Biography

Name, Age & Birth Details

David Packard Corenswet was born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, making him 31 years old as of June 2025 .

Family Background & Early Life

Raised in Philadelphia, David is the son of John Corenswet (a stage actor turned attorney, deceased 2019) and Caroline Packard, both attorneys by profession . His maternal grandfather, Edward Packard, created the famed Choose Your Own Adventure books . He also has a sister, Amy Packard Corenswet .

Education & Early Acting

David trained in theater from a young age, appearing in Philadelphia-area stage productions such as All My Sons, Macbeth, and La Vie En Bleu between 2002 and 2004 . He attended the Shipley School, briefly enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania, and then transferred to the Juilliard School, earning a BFA in 2016 .

Career Beginnings

He co-wrote and starred in the short film Following Chase (2011), and later co-created the sketch-comedy web series Moe & Jerryweather (2014–2016) with fellow Juilliard grad Adam Langdon . After graduating, David started securing small TV roles—like in Elementary, Instinct, and House of Cards (2018)—before landing leading roles.

Breakthrough & TV Highlights

He garnered attention playing River Barkley in Netflix’s The Politician (2019–2020) and Jack Castello in Hollywood (2020), both produced by Ryan Murphy . In 2022, he appeared in Look Both Ways, Pearl, and HBO’s We Own This City, followed by a supporting role in Twisters and a guest part in Apple TV+’s Lady in the Lake (2024) .

Major Upcoming Role – Superman

In June 2023, he was confirmed as the new Clark Kent/Superman in James Gunn’s Superman (aka Superman: Legacy), set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025 . At 6'4" with commanding presence and trained acting chops, he’s seen as a fitting replacement capable of bringing both depth and warmth to the iconic character .

Personal Life & Hobbies

David is married to Julia Best Warner since March 3, 2023, in a blended Jewish–Catholic ceremony in New Orleans . They welcomed their first child in early 2024 during filming on Superman . He’s described as grounded and playful—fond of terrible jokes, DIY home projects, and his beloved dog, Ira .. Despite disliking airport logistics, he loves flying and even keeps a flight simulator at home .

Legacy & What's Next

David’s path—from local theater to Juilliard, to Netflix spotlight and blockbuster spotlight—reflects consistent dedication to his craft . His grandfather’s legacy of creative storytelling via interactive books also underscores David’s appreciation for imagination and choice—qualities he brings into every role . With several ongoing projects like Mr. Irrelevant (biopic debuting 2025), he is poised to make even bigger creative moves ahead .