Henry Cavill Confirms He’ll Never Return As Superman: ‘My Turn Is Over’

It’s a new chapter for Superman – It’s not quite what we expected. After announcing a return to the franchise, Henry Cavill took to Instagram on Wednesday, Dec. 14 to confirm that it’s actually not. I just had a meeting with James Pistola Y Pedro Zafran And that’s sad news, folks.” Enola Holmes Star, 39, wrote in an official statement to her 23 million followers on the platform. “After all, I won’t be returning as Superman. After the studio told me to announce my return in October, before his signing, this news isn’t the easiest, but it’s life.

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Henry later graciously stepped down from the role and defended the decision. “The changing of the guard is something that happens. I respect that,” he said. Tudors continued the actor. “James and Peter have a universe to build. I wish them and everyone involved in the new universe the best of luck and the happiest of fortunes.” Most important, he added, is that Superman survives, regardless of the change. “Superman is still out there,” he wrote in part. “Everything he stands for still exists and the examples he gives us are still there! My turn to don the cape is over, but what Superman stands for will never pass. It’s been a fun journey with you all, back and forth “.

The shock seems to have been compounded by the fact that Henry appeared in a cameo role in black adam, seemingly solidifying his re-entry into the role. She also announced that she would be reprising the role in an October Instagram video. “I wanted to make my return as Superman official,” she said in part.

Many of Henry’s followers have taken to the comment thread to show their love for the actor. there was between them aguaman Star jason momo🇧🇷 “MeI love you bro,” she wrote alongside a row of heart emojis, while shazam Star Zechariah Levi he commented: “I hope to find you in another universe, sir.”

However, some fans have been less cautious in their disappointment. “How do they expect DC to improve with this reboot when you’re not even coming back as the Man of Steel?” one follower complained. “The reboot hasn’t even started and is already failing.”

Others were clearly looking ahead, just like The magician icon had asked them. “You were an awesome superman Henry and your version was the basis for my take on the comic book character,” one follower wrote. “Here’s your next adventure! Long live Superman!”

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