‘Wonder Man’ Star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Speaks Out Over Season 2 Cancellation After Show Was Renewed
Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II confirmed that the Marvel series 'Wonder Man' has been canceled after one season, despite a previous renewal announcement. The actor expressed gratitude to the fans and noted the show's positive reception.
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After reports circulated on July 30 that Marvel’s critically acclaimed show “Wonder Man” had been reportedly canceled, its star took to social media to respond. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, who plays main character Simon Williams, confirmed in a social media post that the show would not be returning after one season, saying, “that’s life, right?” The news comes just months after the show announced that it had been renewed for a second season. The Marvel star thanked fans of the show, which debuted in January. “Word just dropped that Wonder Man won’t be coming back for Season 2. (And if you don’t knowww, now ya knoww! 😬)” Abdul-Mateen II, 40, wrote. “Everything will shake out.
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