David Caruso Biography

Fast Facts

• Was nominated for the 2001 Blockbuster Entertainment Award for favorite supporting actor
• Became interested in acting after working as a cinema usher
• Quote: "Connection with the viewer is a very intimate and important relationship for me․ If a viewer has the courage to approach you and speak to you, it's extremely flattering because you mean something to them as opposed to them just ignoring you - they can do that too․"
• Often takes on the role of characters who are in a position of authority
• Primarily known for his "CSI: Miami" character saying one-liners while putting his sunglasses on
• Before entering acting, he took a job getting paid to stand in police lineups
• Was originally cast as the title character in a 1976 pilot based on the "Archie" comics