David Packard Corenswet, professionally known as David Corenswet, is an American actor, writer, and producer.
He is best known for starring in the Netflix series The Politician and Hollywood, as well as portraying Superman/Clark Kent in Superman (2025), the first film in DC Studios’ new cinematic universe.
His performances in Pearl, Twisters, and Lady in the Lake have further established him as one of Hollywood’s rising leading actors.
Essential Data
- Full Name: David Packard Corenswet
- Stage Name: David Corenswet
- Born: July 8, 1993
- Age: 32 years old
- Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish (father’s side), English (mother’s side)
- Occupation: Actor, Writer, Producer
- Height: 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)
- Religion: Judaism
- Parents: John Corenswet and Caroline Packard Corenswet
- Siblings: Amy Corenswet
- Spouse: Julia Best Warner (m. 2023)
- Children: One daughter
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $5 million USD
Early Life and Education
David Corenswet was born on July 8, 1993, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he spent his childhood in the city’s Centre City neighbourhood.
He was raised by his parents, John Corenswet, a lawyer and former stage actor, and Caroline Packard Corenswet, an attorney.
David grew up alongside his older sister, Amy Corenswet, who also pursued a career in law. His father’s family is of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage, while his mother’s family has English Quaker roots.
He graduated from The Shipley School before briefly studying psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. He later transferred to the Juilliard School, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama in 2016.
Career
David Corenswet began acting as a child in professional theatre productions throughout Philadelphia before writing and starring in the independent short film Following Chase.
While studying at Juilliard, he co-created the comedy web series Moe & Jerryweather, which showcased his talents as both an actor and writer.
After graduating, he appeared in television series including Elementary, Instinct, and House of Cards, steadily building his reputation in the industry.
His breakthrough came when Ryan Murphy cast him in Netflix’s The Politician (2019–2020), followed by the acclaimed miniseries Hollywood (2020), in which his leading performance earned widespread praise.
Corenswet continued his rise with notable roles in Look Both Ways, Pearl, We Own This City, Twisters, and Lady in the Lake.
In 2023, he was selected to portray Superman/Clark Kent in James Gunn’s Superman (2025), a role that brought him international recognition and established him as one of Hollywood’s newest leading men.
Social Media
- Instagram: @davidcorenswet
Personal Life
David Corenswet, 32, married actress Julia Best Warner in 2023 after the pair reconnected years after first meeting at a Pennsylvania summer theatre program. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in 2024.
Corenswet maintains a private family life and enjoys home improvement projects, reading, classic cinema, theatre, and spending time with his wife and daughter. He stands 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) tall.
Net Worth
David Corenswet has an estimated net worth of $5 million USD. His income is derived from film and television acting, writing, producing, endorsement opportunities, and commercial partnerships. Following the success of Superman (2025), his earning potential and profile within the entertainment industry have increased significantly.
Filmography
- The Politician
- Hollywood
- Look Both Ways
- Pearl
- We Own This City
- Twisters
- Lady in the Lake
- Superman