Key takeaways:
– Superman fans were disappointed when Henry Cavill had to leave the role and David Corenswet took over.
– Both David Corenswet and Matt Bomer share an uncanny resemblance to Henry Cavill.
– Matt Bomer was also a past contender for Superman but purportedly didn't land the role because of his sexuality.
The Superman Legacy: From Henry Cavill to David Corenswet
Henry Cavill, known for captivating thousands with his portrayal of Superman, surprised fans in 2022 when he suddenly departed from the role. Cavill first donned the superhero's cape in the 2011 film Man of Steel, directed by Zack Snyder. After his debut, Cavill reprised the role in several other movies under the DCEU umbrella. However, after just weeks of confirming Cavill's return, the sad news of his departure came, disheartening die-hard fans across the globe.
David Corenswet as the New Superman
Following Cavill's departure, actor David Corenswet stepped into the shoes of Superman in the upcoming James Gunn film. The decision to replace Cavill with Corenswet was triggered by Gunn's desire to present a younger Superman in a rebooted DC Universe, a decision that drew considerable backlash from fans. Critics argue that Corenswet's striking resemblance to Cavill led to questioning the need for a recast.
Matt Bomer: The Unseen Superman
Aside from Corenswet, another actor catching fans' attention for his uncanny resemblance to Cavill is Matt Bomer. Now a star of White Collar, Bomer almost had a chance to be Superman decades ago. It was an opportunity that he unfortunately missed, despite being handpicked by the director for the JJ Abrams film Superman: Flyby in the early 2000s.
Bomer's Lost Opportunity
Bomer recently disclosed that he was edged out of the Superman role back in the 2000s, alleging that his homosexuality was a factor in the decision. Personally coming out in 2012, Bomer confessed that the industry at the time could weaponize one's sexuality, which possibly influenced his missed opportunity to take the superhero's mantle. Despite the setbacks, Bomer and his fans maintain he shares notable physical attributes with Cavill, making him a doppelganger Superman candidate.
A Superman Look-Alike Trend
In an interesting turn of events, the superhero world seems caught up in a ‘Henry Cavill look-alike' trend. While Cavill continues to be one of the most attractive actors to date, it appears he has out-of-the-closet doppelgangers in Hollywood. The striking similarities among Cavill, Corenswet, and Bomer suggest that looking like Cavill could almost be a prerequisite for auditioning as Superman.
In summary, the Superman character, despite being recast over the years, seems to have a distinct aesthetic likeness that transcends different actors. Whether it's Cavill, Corenswet, or even the almost-Superman Bomer, the Man of Steel seems to have a face that is becoming more and more unified across numerous portrayals—a strangely fascinating phenomenon that fans are keenly watching.
