Ryan Coogler announces David Jonsson as the new Black Panther
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Key Points:
- David Jonsson has been announced as the new Black Panther, playing T’Challa’s son, Prince T’Challa II, in "Black Panther 3," scheduled for release on December 15, 2028, with Ryan Coogler returning as director.
- Jonsson’s casting marks a significant passing of the torch following Chadwick Boseman’s death in 2020, with the character introduced in the second film and now coming of age in the third.
- Jonsson is known for his roles in "The Long Walk," "Alien: Romulus," and the TV series "Industry."
- Additionally, Ryan Gosling was revealed as the star of the upcoming "Ghost Rider" film, directed by Shawn Levy and set for release in 2028; Gosling’s partner, Eva Mendes, previously starred in the 2007 "Ghost Rider" film.
