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The loss of Chadwick Boseman earlier this year left a void in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, leaving many wondering how the Black Panther franchise would move forward. During Disney’s investor event, it was announced that the sequel for the celebrated film will see a 2022 release but the studio has elected not to recast King T’Challa.
“Black Panther 2, opening July 8, 2022, is being written & directed by Ryan Coogler. Honoring Chadwick Boseman’s legacy & portrayal of T’Challa, @MarvelStudios will not recast the character, but will explore the world of Wakanda & the rich characters introduced in the first film,” read a tweet from Disney’s main account, confirming what many expected.
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Boseman, 43, brought a certain charm and grace to the role of the titular character, and replacing him would have been next to impossible. Instead, the film should give plenty of light to T’Challa’s genius sister Shuri, and explore the vast kingdom of Wakanda.
We’ve grabbed a handful of the reactions to the news below.
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This made my day, so happy right now that @MarvelStudios and @Disney made this decision! https://t.co/0ZFpBg1x7g
— Amber Ferdig (@amber_ferdig) December 11, 2020
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This is very good News. Shot out to @MarvelStudios and #ryancoogler for this. 💜✌🏽🙅🏾♂️ https://t.co/uy251YAs7V
— therealdistrict21 (@DrLeiMajorz) December 11, 2020
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as they should https://t.co/NTRnJvvIVq
— whattheactualfuck✨ (@babyyplutoos) December 11, 2020
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Rest in Power, King https://t.co/2TTGlzktEL
— PassibleBard (@BardPassable) December 11, 2020
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OMG I CANT WAIT https://t.co/6DzTopkQA2
— max!! :) (@zoroshusband) December 11, 2020
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Now this is the right thing to do https://t.co/fxk7dlLwmQ
— VictorLincolnPine (Samantha)💙🏳️⚧️ (@LincolnPine) December 11, 2020
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I get it but I don’t like it. https://t.co/ioRyM6nSBx
— Silent Partner (@InMylesWeTrust) December 11, 2020
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This feels like the reverse of what happened when Heath Ledger died and a bunch of people said there should never be another Joker.
— Mulgarath 🔞 (@Mulgarath3) December 11, 2020
Except this time they ACTUALLY DECIDED TO DO THAT! https://t.co/fL5KCusqwn
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WHY NOT RECAST HIM UGHHH https://t.co/l4WPRW4mR8
— ash (@AshyPrime) December 11, 2020
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Sold! I was wondering how they were gonna do a sequel. And I think this is the best case scenario. https://t.co/vIvQcaoB71
— 𝕲𝖆𝖙𝖔𝖗𝕸𝖔𝖚𝖙𝖍 (@Gator_Mouth_) December 11, 2020