David Harewood

David Harewood: Biography in Details

Who is David Harewood?

David Harewood is an English actor. People mostly recognise him as the CIA Counterterrorism Director David Estes in ‘Homeland’. Additionally, he also portrays the roles of J’onn J’onzz/Martian Manhunter and Hank Henshaw/Cyborg Superman in ‘Supergirl’.

Is David Harewood involved in any rumors and controversies?

Harewood became part of controversies after he revealed his battle with mental illness. Additionally, it was further revealed that he was sectioned and taken into hospital when he was 23. At present, there are no rumors concerning Harewood and his career.

David Harewood’s Early Life, Childhood, and Education

Harewood was born in Small Heath, Birmingham on December 8, 1965, to parents Mayleen and Romeo Cornelius. His mother worked as a caterer and his father was a lorry driver. Additionally, he has a sister Sandra and two brothers, Rodger and Paul. He became interested in the world of acting in his childhood years. He is of British nationality. Furthermore, he belongs to the English ethnic background.

Talking about his education, Harewood attended St Benedict’s Junior School and Washwood Heath Academy. Additionally, he also trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

David Harewood’s Career, Salary, Net Worth

Harewood initially worked in a wine bar, Albert’s in Dale End. Later, he decided to pursue a career in acting. In 1988, he appeared in the TV series ‘South of the Border’. Next, in 1991, he appeared in another TV series ‘For the Greater Good. Similarly, Harewood also appeared as Vinny’s Minder in the TV series ‘Minder’. Additionally, in 1991, he appeared in ‘Murder Most Horrid’ as Jonathon. Since then, he has appeared in numerous other movies and television series. All in all, he has over 80 credits as an actor.

Some other movies and television series that Harewood has appeared in are ‘Supergirl’, ‘Tulip Fever, ‘The Flash’, ‘Madiba’, ‘The Night Manager, ‘The Brothers Grimsby’, ‘SuperBob’, ‘Free in Deed’, ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, ‘By Any Means’, ‘Third Person, ‘The Man Inside’, ‘Treasure Island’, ‘Hustle’, ‘Strike Back’, ‘The Fixer’, ‘Criminal Justice, ‘The Last Enemy’, ‘The Palace’, ‘New Street Law’, ‘Blood Diamond’, and ‘Fat Friends’ among others. In addition, Harewood also appeared in Soccer Aid 2018 as England’s celebrity goalkeeper. Furthermore, he is also a mental health ambassador.

Harewood garnered the Independent Spirit Award nomination in 2017 for his performance in ‘Free in Deed’. Additionally, he won the Special Jury Prize at the Nashville Film Festival for his performance in ‘Free in Deed’ in 2016. All in all, he has 1 win and 2 nominations to his name to date.

Harewood has not revealed his current salary. However, he has an estimated net worth of around $5 million as of 2024.

David Harewood’s Body Measurement

Talking about his body measurement, Harewood has a height of 6 feet 1 inches (1.85 m). Additionally, his hair color is black and his eye color is dark brown.

Is David Harewood active on social media?

Harewood is active on social media. He has a huge number of followers on social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter as well as Instagram. He has more than 92k followers on Twitter. In addition, he has more than 250k followers on Instagram. Similarly, his Facebook page has more than 12k followers.

Also, find out more about Brook’s Supergirl co-star Mehcad Brooks who portrays the role of James Olsen.

References: (celebritynetworth.com, bbc.com, theguardian.com, tvguide.com)

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