Did Henry Cavill almost miss the role of Superman? (Photo Credit – Instagram)
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Picture this: a young Henry Cavill, a.k.a. the future Superman, was deep in the pixelated trenches of World of Warcraft, slaying dragons and saving the virtual world. Little did he know, the real-life Zack Snyder was trying to reach him to deliver the news that would change his life forever. Yep, this super-hunk nearly missed out on his shot at greatness because he was busy gaming!
Born on May 5, 1983, Cavill became a household name not just for his looks but also for embracing his inner geek. While trading blows in World of Warcraft, he ignored Snyder’s call, saying, “Hey, you’re Superman!”
Imagine the epicness of that moment: while most folks would be nervously awaiting their big break, Cavill was glued to his screen, battling it out. Later, when he finally realized he’d missed the call, he cheekily explained, “I called him back and said, ‘I’m sorry, I was saving someone’s life, which I do all the time.’” Because who needs Hollywood calls when you’ve got dungeons to conquer, right?
Cavill’s gaming obsession makes him relatable. As a kid, he played network games with his brothers on five PCs at the dining table while their mom rolled her eyes at the chaos.
And when Snyder caught wind of this amusing story, he couldn’t help but chuckle. “Haha, that’s awesome!” he said, realizing that his new Superman wasn’t just a pretty face and a fellow nerd. “He was like, ‘Who the f*** is this bothering me? I’m playing World of Warcraft!’” That’s a director who knows how to appreciate a good gaming session!
Fast forward to Cavill embodying Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher, and you can see how this passion for gaming paid off. Not only did he snag a role in a series adapted from books and video games, but he also got to live out his fantasy of playing a character he loves. Talk about a dream come true! “I always wanted to play Geralt,” he said, practically glowing with joy.
With video game adaptations popping up everywhere, who knows? Cavill may grace our screens as a different iconic character next. He’s shown us that heroes come in all shapes and sizes—sometimes even in sweatpants with a controller.
So here’s to Henry Cavill: the man who nearly let a call from destiny slip away while immersed in the pixelated World of Warcraft. From slaying dragons to saving the universe as Superman, he’s a true gaming legend on-screen and off. Cheers to the nerdy side of Hollywood and the actors who wear their gaming badges proudly!
