In a recent interview with Chris Van Vliet, Damian Priest shared details about the opportunity he had been offered to appear in the Marvel Studios film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Unfortunately, Priest mentioned that the role was eventually taken away from him, although he clarified that Marvel was not the one responsible for this decision.
During the conversation, Priest reflected on the changes within WWE during that period, acknowledging that things were different back then. Despite the missed opportunity with Marvel, Priest expressed contentment with how things turned out. He even speculated on how his career trajectory might have been altered had he taken on the movie role, possibly impacting his achievements in WWE.
The filming for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever occurred from June 2021 to March 2022, featuring some scenes shot in Puerto Rico. This location held special significance for Priest, as he had previously competed in his native country against fellow Puerto Rican Bad Bunny in a memorable match at Backlash 2023.
In a significant career moment, Priest later went on to win the World Heavyweight Championship by cashing in his Money In The Bank contract at WrestleMania XL, defeating Drew McIntyre for the title. This achievement marked a high point in Priest’s career as a WWE Superstar.
Overall, while missing out on a role in the Marvel movie was disappointing, Priest’s journey in WWE has been filled with notable accomplishments and exciting opportunities. The experience of almost starring in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever remains a memorable chapter in Priest’s career.
It’ll be interesting to see where Damian Priest’s career takes him next and what new opportunities await him in the future, both in the world of wrestling and potentially beyond.
