David Caruso

Date of Birth: January 7, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

David Stephen Caruso is an American actor and producer, best known for his role as Lieutenant Horatio Caine on the television series “CSI: Miami.” Born and raised in New York City, Caruso began his acting career in the early 1980s, appearing in a variety of television shows and films. His breakout role came in 1993 when he starred as Detective John Kelly in the first season of “NYPD Blue,” for which he received critical acclaim and a Golden Globe Award. Despite his early success, Caruso’s decision to leave “NYPD Blue” after one season to pursue a film career was met with mixed results. He eventually found lasting fame with “CSI: Miami,” which aired from 2002 to 2012 and solidified his status as a television icon. Over the years, Caruso has become known not just for his acting, but for his distinctive style and memorable one-liners.

5 Interesting Facts about David Caruso

1. David Caruso worked as a movie usher before breaking into acting.

2. He won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama for his role in “NYPD Blue.”

3. Caruso’s iconic role in “CSI: Miami” made him famous for his unique delivery of one-liners, often while putting on or taking off his sunglasses.

4. He has Irish and Italian heritage.

5. Caruso is also a businessman and co-founded the clothing store “Steam” in Miami, which specializes in men’s fashion.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Caruso

1. “I’m not interested in being a superstar. I’m interested in being a good actor and exploring the human condition.”

2. “The key to a successful television series is a great cast and a great story.”

3. “I’ve always liked characters that have a combination of strength and vulnerability.”

4. “You can’t be both serious and lighthearted at the same time; it doesn’t work.”

5. “I think the most important thing about any character is that we recognize ourselves in them.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth David Caruso achieved is estimated to be around $35 million.

Children

David Caruso has three children: Greta Caruso, born in 1984, from his first marriage to actress Rachel Ticotin, and two children, Marquez Anthony, born in 2005, and Paloma Raquel, born in 2007, from his relationship with former girlfriend Liza Marquez.