He was a true heartthrob in a famous TV Series. Today at only 68, he looks unrecognizable

David Caruso is a name that resonates with many TV fans, especially those who were glued to their screens in the ’90s and early 2000s.

Known for his intense performances and memorable roles, Caruso’s career is a story of high peaks and deep valleys.

David Caruso was born on January 7, 1956, in Forest Hills, Queens, New York. His early life was marked by the challenges of growing up in a single-parent household after his parents divorced. Despite these hardships, Caruso was determined to make something of himself, and he found his calling in acting.

Caruso began his career with small roles in films and TV shows. Some of his early work includes appearances in Hill Street Blues, First Blood (1982), and An Officer and a Gentleman (1982). Though these roles were not large, they helped establish him as a reliable actor who brought intensity to his characters.