Scarlett Johansson Addresses Black Widow Return Rumors

Scarlett Johansson, the beloved Marvel star, recently had some fun addressing the swirling rumors about her potential return as Black Widow in the MCU.

During an appearance on TODAY to discuss her cosmetics line, she playfully responded to questions about her Marvel Cinematic Universe status.

When asked about the Black Widow return rumors, Johansson quipped, “Oh my! I don’t know how that would… Is that a zombie film?” Her humorous response indicates that she hasn’t received any concrete information about a Black Widow return as of the time of the interview.

The speculation regarding the return of the original Avengers, including Black Widow, gained momentum after reports suggested the possibility of another movie featuring the original six Avengers. While Marvel Studios hasn’t officially announced such a project, there’s always the chance that familiar faces like Black Widow could make appearances in other MCU moments.

Reflecting on her character’s fate in ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ Johansson commented, “I think it was the end, right? She passed. It would be a miracle. It would be a real Marvel miracle. It would be a marvel. But, who knows?”

As for the potential return of the original Avengers, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige neither confirmed nor denied the possibility. He mentioned that they hadn’t discussed it during the most recent Marvel retreat, leaving the door open for future developments.

Despite the uncertainties, it’s clear that Scarlett Johansson is still held in high regard within the Marvel family. Elizabeth Olsen, who portrays Scarlet Witch in the MCU, praised Johansson for her welcoming and inclusive attitude on set and how she served as a role model for younger actors.

While the fate of Black Widow’s return remains uncertain, Marvel fans continue to hold out hope for more appearances from their favorite characters in the ever-expanding MCU.”

What are your thoughts on Scarlett Johansson’s playful response to the rumors about her potential return as Black Widow in the MCU? Do you hope to see her character make a return, and how do you envision it happening? Share your thoughts and speculations in the comments below.