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Wicked Star Cynthia Erivo Wants to Play X-Men’s Storm in the MCU

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Cynthia Erivo, fresh off her Wicked success, sets her sights on playing the powerful X-Men mutant Storm in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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  • Erivo told the National Board of Review that she's eager to portray Storm, citing the character's depth and inner turmoil as key draws.
  • With Marvel laying the groundwork for the X-Men's MCU debut, Erivo's high-profile interest in the role could make her a frontrunner for the part as the studio ramps up casting.
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Cynthia Erivo, Marvel Cinematic Universe, X-Men, Wicked, Wicked: For Good
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