David Caruso is an American actor best known for his role in the television series NYPD Blue. He has appeared in a number of other TV shows and films, establishing a niche fan base for himself. Proof of Life and First Blood are two of his well-known films.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | David Caruso |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | David Stephen Caruso |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 66 years old |
| Birth Date: | 7 January 1956 |
| Birth Place: | Forest Hills Gardens, New York, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.83 m |
| Weight: | 82 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Divorced |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Margaret Buckley (m. 1996–2007), Rachel Ticotin (m. 1984–1987), Cheri Maugans (m. 1979–1984) |
| Children: | Yes (Greta Caruso, Paloma Raquel Caruso, Marquez Anthony Caruso) |
| Profession: | retired American actor and producer |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $45 million |
David Caruso Biography
David Caruso, full name David Stephen Caruso, was born on January 7, 1956, in Forest Hills, New York. Joan and Charles Caruso are his parents. His father was a journalist, and his mother was a librarian. His parents divorced when he was a child.
David Caruso attended Lady Queen School before transferring to Molloy High School. David worked as an usher in movie theaters after graduating from Molloy High School.
David began his acting career by playing minor roles in films. He got his big break in the NYPD TV show and has since appeared in several movies and TV shows.
David Caruso founded LexiconDigital.tv and DavidCarusoTelevision.tv. He owns a clothing store as well.
David Caruso Age, Height, Weight
David Caruso was born on January 7, 1956, and is 66 years old as of 2024. His height is 1.83 meters, and his weight is 82 kilograms.
Career
David Caruso’s acting career began with supporting roles in various films. This era’s films included First Blood, An Officer, and a Gentleman, Twins, and China Girl.
After more than a decade of playing minor roles, David landed his first major role in the TV series NYPD Blue. His role as a detective in the series earned him fame and acclaim.
However, David left the show too soon to pursue a career in the film industry. He returned to the TV after failing to achieve significant success there. He played Michael Hayes in the CBS drama Michael Hayes.
David got his big break in the film Proof of Life in 2000 and starred in Session 9. He also appeared in the ten-season television series CSI: Miami rated as one of the most popular.
David Caruso Achievements and Awards
David Caruso is a dedicated actor who has received critical acclaim for his various roles. He is best known for his convincing portrayals of police officers on television.
David won the Golden Globe for Best Actor for his work on the NYPD Blue series. He was nominated for an Emmy outstanding lead actor for the same series. David was nominated for a Blockbuster Entertainment Award in the film industry. He received the award for best supporting actor in the film Proof of Life.
David Caruso’s Net Worth In 2024
David Caruso has a net worth of $45 million as of February 2024, thanks to his acting career in TV and movies. As a TV actor, it is rumored that he was paid $375 thousand per episode. His film Proof of Life grossed more than $62 million worldwide. First Blood, one of his early films, grossed a whopping $125 million worldwide.
David Caruso is an actor who has received praise for his roles on television and in films. Even though his decision to leave his successful TV series NYPD Blue was dubbed “the worst decision ever,” he has been able to bounce back and establish himself as a popular actor through his other TV series CSI: Miami.
David Caruso Wife, Marriage
David Caruso has had three marriages. In 1979, he married Cheri Maugans. Their union lasted five years. David later married actress Rachel Ticotin. They have a daughter together. After only three years of marriage, the couple divorced.
David Caruso married Margaret Buckley for the third time. In 2007, the couple divorced. David has two children from his previous marriage to Liza Marquez.
