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David Jonsson is the new Black Panther
The Independent • • general
Key Points:
- David Jonsson, a British actor known for roles in HBO's Industry and the film Rye Lane, has been cast as the new Black Panther, playing Prince T’Challa II, the son of the original Black Panther, T’Challa.
- The announcement was made at Comic-Con San Diego, with Ryan Coogler, the director returning for Black Panther 3, introducing Jonsson to an enthusiastic crowd.
- Black Panther 3 is set for release on 15 December 2028 and will also see the return of Letitia Wright as Shuri and Winston Duke as M’Baku.
- The original Black Panther, played by Chadwick Boseman, became a cultural icon after the 2018 film grossed $1.3 billion worldwide; following Boseman's death in 2020, Marvel chose not to recast his character out of respect.
- Marvel aims to continue exploring Wakanda’s universe and its characters, honoring Boseman’s legacy while expanding the franchise with new stories and characters.
