Key Points:
- Taylor Swift is rumored to be cast as the Blonde Phantom in the highly-anticipated ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ film.
- The Blonde Phantom is a lesser-known Marvel character from the Golden Age of comics in the 1940s.
- Marvel has previously explored introducing the character, with Scarlett Johansson considered for the role before her Black Widow debut.
Speculation about Taylor Swift’s potential Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) debut has been swirling for months, and a recent rumor may have unveiled the character she could be portraying. As the release of ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ draws closer, reports suggest the pop star may bring the Blonde Phantom, a unique superhero from Marvel’s Golden Age, to life on the big screen.
Who Is the Blonde Phantom and Why Is She Significant for Taylor Swift?
According to scooper Daniel Richtman, the Blonde Phantom, also known as Louise Grant, was one of the roles discussed when Swift met with Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige. The character, created by Stan Lee and Syd Shores, first appeared in 1946’s ‘All Select Comics #11’ as the secret identity of Mark Mason’s secretary.
Despite her lack of superpowers, the Blonde Phantom was a highly athletic and skilled martial artist, armed with a .45-caliber pistol. Her unique costume, consisting of a glamorous red evening gown, black domino mask, and high heels, made her stand out from other superheroes of the time. After a brief run in the 1940s, the character faded into obscurity until her return in ‘The Sensational She-Hulk’ in the late 1980s.
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Marvel’s Longstanding Interest in the Blonde Phantom
The rumor of Swift’s potential casting as the Blonde Phantom aligns with Marvel’s longstanding interest in the character. Scarlett Johansson was previously considered for the role before her debut as Black Widow in ‘Iron Man 2’. Additionally, Johansson is reportedly attached to produce a spy series featuring the Blonde Phantom, set in 1950s Las Vegas.
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If Taylor Swift does indeed portray the Blonde Phantom in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘, it is likely that the character’s appearance would be period-specific, given her Golden Age origins.
Source: ComicBookMovie.com
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is set to hit theaters worldwide on July 26, 2024.
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