Meet Marvel's New Black Panther

British actor David Jonsson has been cast as the new Black Panther, set to portray Prince T'Challa II in the upcoming film 'Black Panther 3'. The announcement was made by Marvel Studios at San Diego Comic-Con, highlighting Jonsson's background and rise to the iconic role.
Why it matters
This casting marks a significant transition for a major global film franchise following the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
David Jonsson (left) and Chadwick Boseman, who played T'Challa/Black Panther before his death in 2020. Photos: Variety; Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
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