Henry Cavill may be one of the most important superheroes in the DC Extended Universe.

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He is also a strong pillar in an industry that feeds on the opinion of other people.

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There have been plenty of times the actor himself needed some saving.

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Cavill’s superhero of choice is not a broad-shouldered blue-eyed man.

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but actually a black-fur American Akita by the name of Karl El.

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Much like many of us, the superstar also turns to his dog for mental support.

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The actor has had his dog at all the crucial moments of his career.

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The dog has seen Cavill grow into a movie star.

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Even when the actor was having a tough time in his career, Karl was right by his side.

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Therefore, it does not come as a shock when Cavill said “He really is my best friend“.

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