Industry star David Jonsson to play Black Panther in Marvel sequel
British actor David Jonsson has been cast as the new Black Panther in the upcoming Marvel sequel, playing the adult version of T'Challa's son. The announcement was made by director Ryan Coogler at Comic-Con International.
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From left to right, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, Ryan Coogler, David Jonsson and Kevin Feige on stage at Marvel Studios’ Comic-Con International. From left to right, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, Ryan Coogler, David Jonsson and Kevin Feige on stage at Marvel Studios’ Comic-Con International. Black Panther Industry star David Jonsson to play Black Panther in Marvel sequel Director Ryan Coogler announces British actor in lead role alongside co-stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke
Prefer the Guardian on Google The British actor David Jonsson has been unveiled as the new Black Panther by the film’s director, Ryan Coogler.
Jonsson, 32, known for roles in Industry, The Long Walk and Alien: Romulus, will play the son of Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa in the third Black Panther movie.
He joined Coogler on stage at Marvel Studios’ Comic-Con International presentation to announce the news on Saturday, alongside co-stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke.
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