Former Supermen Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin showed support for David Corenswet as he took on the renowned role in James Gunn's new Superman, but the two actors were reluctant to give him any explicit advice on how to tackle the part.

Henry Cavill refused to give David Corenswet any advice about playing Superman. The 42-year-old actor portrayed the superhero in a number of movies beginning with 2013's Superman: Man of Steel, and though his successor in the DC universe looked to both Henry and Tyler Hoechlin — who played Clark Kent and his alter ego in Superman + Lois —

David Corenswet, the new Superman in James Gunn's reboot, received encouragement from former Supermans Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin through personal letters. Both actors have asked Corenswet to enjoy the role without giving tips.