David Corenswet: 12 facts about Look Both Ways actor you need to know
David Corenswet plays Jake Netflix's Look Both Ways alongside Lili Reinhart. Here's everything you need to know about the rising star...
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1. Everything you need to know about The Politician's David Corenswet
Thanks to his roles in Ryan Murphy's Hollywood and The Politician, David Corenswet has already cemented himself as one of our fave Netflix baes. Now he's about to return in Look Both Ways opposite Lili Reinhart. David isn't just an actor either – he's a screenwriter, a director and an editor. From his previous projects to his age and height, here's everything you need to know about the rising star. [ANGELA WEISS/AFP/Getty Images]
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2. How old is David Corenswet?
David Corenswet is 29 years old. His birthday is on July 8, 1993. And if you're wondering about whether or not your zodiac signs are compatible? He's a cancer. [Anna Webber/Getty Images for Netflix]
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3. How tall is David Corenswet?
According to David Corenswet’s IMDb page, he is 6ft 4in. That's around 193cm, if you wanted it in centimetres. Either way, he's VERY tall. [Anna Webber/Getty Images for Netflix]
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4. Where is David Corenswet from?
David Corenswet is American. His hometown is in Philadelphia where he still lives, according to his 2019 V Magazine profile. David also attended Juilliard in New York City. [John Lamparski/Getty Images]
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5. Who plays Jake in Look Both Ways on Netflix?
David Corenswet plays Jake in Netflix’s Look Both Ways opposite Lili Reinhart. Jake is one of Natalie’s love two interests in the film. Jake ends up meeting Natalie in Los Angeles in the timeline where she doesn’t get pregnant. Look Both Ways is released on Netflix on August 17th. [Netflix]
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6. Who plays River in The Politician on Netflix?
David Corenswet plays the role of River Barkley in Ryan Murphy's The Politican. River is Payton's political rival and occasional love interest. Though he is in a relationship with Astrid, River becomes close to Payton after signing on as his Mandarin tutor. He appeared in 11 episodes of the series so far. [Netflix]
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7. David Corenswet plays Jack Castello in Netflix's Hollywood
Continuing his work with Ryan Murphy, David Corenswet stars in ‘Hollywood’, Murphy’s latest Netflix series. The series is “a love letter to the Golden Age of Tinseltown.” David plays the role of Jack, an aspiring actor who can't seem to catch a break until he meets studio head Avis Amberg while working as a gigolo at a gas station. [John Lamparski/Getty Images]
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8. What movies has David Corenswet been in?
The Politician isn't the first time he's appeared in a political project. David Corenswet played the role of Michael Lawson, a D.C. aide who will do anything to take part in his senator's White House campaign. David starred alongside Thora Birch and Adrian Grenier. [Grindstone Entertainment Group]
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9. What other TV shows has David Corenswet been in?
As well as The Politician and Hollywood, David Corenswet played the role of Claire Underwood’s college sweetheart Reed in season 6 episode ‘Chapter 72’ (pictured). He also appeared in one episode of CBS’ 'Instinct' and in one episode of 'Elementary'. David also plays David McDougall in HBO Max's We Own This City. [Netflix]
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10. Does David Corenswet have Instagram?
Yes, he does. You can follow him at @davidcorenswet where you'll find pictures of his latest photoshoots, snaps with his pets and glimpses at his upcoming and previous film projects. Oh, and videos of him playing the piano. What more could you want! [@davidcorensweat via Instagram]
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11. What is David Corenswet's net worth?
As always, net worths are notoriously difficult to estimate. Having said that, various outlets report that David Corenswet has a net worth of around $300,000-$500,000. [Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Audi]
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12. David Corenswet has been tipped for the next Superman
Following rumours that JJ Abrams was set to recast Henry Cavill with a younger actor in Superman, David jumped at the chance to throw his name in the ring. Speaking about his likeness to Cavill, Corenswet admitted that one of his ambitions was to play the superhero: “My pie-in-the-sky ambition is definitely to play Superman.” [via EW] Nothing is official yet, but we would LOVE to see it. [Daniele Venturelli/WireImage]
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13. Is David Corenswet related to Henry Cavill?
While the two look striking familiar (Dark hair? Facial hair? Over 6ft? Check!), David Corenswet and Henry Cavill are not actually related. Although, they definitely look like they could play brothers, right? Their physical similarities have also prompted a wave of speculation that David could play the next Superman. [Getty]
