Deadpool & Wolverine, the latest film to feature the beloved Marvel characters, took fans by surprise with the unexpected cameo of Wesley Snipes as Blade. Snipes’s return as the iconic vampire hunter was a nostalgic moment for fans who remembered his portrayal of the character in the original Blade film series.
Blade, which was released in 1998, was the first live-action Marvel film and set the stage for the comic book adaptations that followed. Snipes’s performance as the Daywalker was a major success, but after Blade: Trinity in 2004, the character seemed to fade into obscurity. Despite rumors of behind-the-scenes tensions between Snipes and Ryan Reynolds, who starred in Blade: Trinity, Snipes’s return in Deadpool & Wolverine was a pleasant surprise.
In an interview, Snipes revealed that his return as Blade was initiated by a text from Ryan Reynolds, who pitched the idea of bringing the character back. Despite initial doubts about the feasibility of the project, Snipes ultimately agreed to reprise his role. His appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine was a nod to the character’s enduring legacy and a treat for long-time fans.
While Snipes’s return as Blade in Deadpool & Wolverine was unexpected, it was a welcome addition to the film’s roster of characters. Fans can now look forward to the upcoming MCU reboot of Blade, starring Mahershala Ali. The future of the character looks promising, and hopefully, there won’t be another long wait before Blade graces the big screen once again.
