Laurence Fishburne Wants to Play Charles Xavier in MCU's Version of the X-Men

"Laurence Fishburne is back, and he's never been hotter. The 64-year-old actor, best known for his iconic role as Morpheus in the Matrix franchise, has been making waves in recent weeks with a series of bold declarations and intriguing teasers.
At New York Comic Con 2025, Fishburne revealed that he's open to returning to the Matrix franchise - but only if the script is worth it. "It depends on how good it is, really," he said on stage. "If it's great, then yeah, if it makes sense. I don't know if it makes sense."
But that's not all - Fishburne has also expressed interest in joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Professor X in the X-Men franchise. "I know that they're talking about the X-Men now," he said. "So, at this point, I want one of two things. The first thing would be: what do you think about Laurence Fishburne as Professor X?"
Fishburne's comments have sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans and industry insiders alike buzzing about the possibilities. Could this be the start of a new chapter in the actor's illustrious career? Only time will tell.
As Fishburne continues to make headlines, one thing is clear: he's back, and he's here to stay. With his signature blend of charisma and intensity, the actor is poised to take on new challenges and captivate audiences in ways we never thought possible.
And as for what's next? Only Fishburne knows. But one thing is certain: we'll be watching with bated breath to see what this Hollywood legend has in store for us.",
"tags": ["Laurence Fishburne", "Matrix", "Marvel Cinematic Universe", "X-Men", "Hollywood", "Entertainment"]
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