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David Jonsson to play T'Challa's son in Black Panther 3
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David Jonsson to play T'Challa's son in Black Panther 3

From TVN Panamá · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Marvel Studios announced David Jonsson will play T'Challa's son in the upcoming Black Panther 3, set for release on December 15, 2028.
  • Director Ryan Coogler and actress Letitia Wright will return for the third installment, which will follow T'Challa's son's coming-of-age story.
  • The studio also revealed Ryan Gosling will star as Ghost Rider and Robert Downey Jr. will return as Victor Von Doom in upcoming MCU projects.

San Diego, United States – Marvel Studios has revealed that David Jonsson will portray the son of T'Challa in the highly anticipated "Black Panther 3." The announcement came during the studio's return to the iconic Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con.

Thanks to this incredible family that I have the honor and privilege and blessing to join.

— David JonssonThe actor expressed his gratitude upon being announced as the star of Black Panther 3.

The film is slated for a December 15, 2028 release, continuing the franchise that Chadwick Boseman popularized. Boseman passed away in 2020 after a battle with colon cancer. Jonsson, known for "Walk or Die," expressed his honor and privilege in joining the "incredible family" of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

I actually don't want to say much because I want the screen to do the talking.

— David JonssonJonsson indicated his preference for letting the film's performance speak for itself.

Director Ryan Coogler, who helmed the first two "Black Panther" films, is set to return, as is Letitia Wright, who will reprise her role as Shuri. "Black Panther III" will focus on T'Challa's son as he matures into adulthood. The original "Black Panther" in 2018 was a global box office success, grossing $1.3 billion.

Today is very special.

— Ryan CooglerThe director commented on the significance of the event at Comic-Con.

In other major reveals, Ryan Gosling is set to join the MCU as Ghost Rider, also expected in 2028. The presentation also saw the return of Robert Downey Jr. as the villain Victor Von Doom, alongside directors Anthony and Joe Russo for an upcoming Avengers film.

Is this really happening?

— Ryan GoslingGosling reacted to his casting as Ghost Rider at the Marvel Studios presentation.
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Originally published by TVN Panamá in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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