Winston Duke Offers Words of Encouragement to David Jonsson

At San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend, director Ryan Coogler took the stage to announce the highly anticipated release of Black Panther 3, set to hit theaters on December 15, 2028. The film will see the introduction of Prince T’Challa II, played by David Jonsson, who was first mentioned at the end of Wakanda Forever.

Coogler specifically highlighted Jonsson’s role in last year’s The Long Walk, directed by Francis Lawrence, as he introduced the young actor onstage. The cast of Black Panther, including Letitia Wright and Winston Duke, also joined Coogler, Kevin Feige, and Jonsson onstage for the exciting announcement.

Winston Duke, who plays the fierce M’Baku in the films, later spoke with Deadline about his conversation with Jonsson earlier that day. The actor expressed his desire to extend the same kindness and support that he had received when first joining the Black Panther franchise.

“I wanted to extend to him the grace that was extended to me. Black Panther was my very first film, and I was invited to create something really cool with a lot of grace, with a lot of safety,” Duke shared. “I wanted to just let him know that we’re here to support, we’re here to help, we’re here to augment, we’re here to be here for him and for him to do his best work,” he continued.

Duke’s heartwarming message to Jonsson is a testament to the collaborative spirit that has defined the Black Panther franchise from its inception. As the new film approaches its release, fans are eagerly anticipating the introduction of Prince T’Challa II and the new storylines that will unfold.

With the announcement of Black Panther 3, the excitement for the franchise continues to grow. As the release date draws near, fans can expect to learn more about the new characters, plot twists, and surprises that will be revealed in the highly anticipated film.

The cast and crew of Black Panther have consistently demonstrated their commitment to creating a positive and supportive environment for their actors, and Winston Duke’s words to David Jonsson are a shining example of this dedication.