Denzel Washington joins Black Panther 3 cast in a beautiful full circle moment after the late Chadwick Boseman once said: "There is no Black Panther without Denzel Washington"

Nov. 12, 2024



Director Ryan Coogler is currently writing up a role for the star

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After stealing the show in Ridley Scott’sGladiator 2, Denzel Washington has announced that he will star inBlack Panther 3and that the director is currently thinking up a role for the star.

“Ryan Coogler is writing a part for me in the next Black Panther,” said Washington in an interview withTODAY, after listing off all of the other roles he is planning to take on after Gladiator 2 starting with Othello, Hannibal, a mystery film with Steve McQueen, and King Lear. “After that, I’m going to retire,” concluded the star.

Black Panther 3 does not have a release date at this time. For more, check out our list ofupcoming Marvel movies and shows, or brush up on your MCU knowledge with our guide onhow to watch Marvel movies in order.

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