The renowned actor Denzel Washington, 69 years old, could join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, specifically in the third installment of Black Panther, as revealed in a recent interview. Ryan Coogler, the franchise's director, would be writing a role specifically for him in this movie.
In his statements during The Today Show, Denzel mentioned: 'After I play Othello at 70 years old, I will be in Hannibal. And after that, Ryan Coogler is writing a role for me in the next Black Panther.' This announcement excited Marvel fans, generating rumors and expectations around his possible participation.
It is worth noting that Washington has had great success with his recent performance in the second Gladiator movie, which has increased his relevance in the film industry. On the other hand, the Marvel Universe has experienced a resurgence following the impact of the Infinity Saga, with box office successes such as Deadpool & Wolverine, the production of Spider-Man 4, and future Avengers movies scheduled for 2025 and 2027.
The actor also mentioned that he has had conversations with Steve McQueen about an upcoming film project. This possible inclusion of Denzel Washington in Black Panther 3 represents an interesting addition to the cast of the acclaimed Marvel franchise, directed by Ryan Coogler.
