American actress Halle Berry has welcomed the casting of young actress Maya Boyd as Storm in the upcoming new X-Men movie, expressing her excitement to see how the character will be portrayed in the new film.
Berry also emphasized that she does not view Boyd as a replacement for her, noting that every actress can bring her own interpretation to the iconic character.
Halle Berry Supports Maya Boyd as Storm
Halle Berry discussed the casting of 23-year-old Maya Boyd, who will portray Ororo Munroe, better known as Storm, during an interview with People magazine.
Berry expressed confidence in the young actress and said she expects Boyd to deliver a distinctive performance in the role.
She also said she is excited to see Boyd’s own interpretation of Storm in the new X-Men film.
Halle Berry Says Storm Was Her Own Experience
Berry acknowledged that other actresses will portray Storm, but explained that the character remains a unique part of her own acting journey.
She wished Maya Boyd the best and said she is looking forward to seeing her version of the character, adding that she is confident Boyd will do an impressive job.
Maya Boyd Joins the New X-Men Cast
Maya Boyd’s casting as Ororo Munroe was revealed during last month’s D23 event, making her part of the new ensemble bringing the X-Men universe back to the big screen under Marvel Studios.
Boyd will appear alongside Sadie Sink, who plays Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, and Inde Navarrette as Rogue.
Christopher Abbott will portray Professor X, while Adam Driver is also part of the cast, playing the villain Mister Sinister.
Halle Berry’s Legacy as Storm
Halle Berry has been closely associated with Storm since the character first appeared in the 2000 X-Men movie, where Berry became the first actress to portray the character on screen in the film franchise.
She later returned as Storm in X2: X-Men United, X-Men: The Last Stand, and X-Men: Days of Future Past.
The role became one of Berry’s most recognizable connections to the superhero genre.
Although Storm will be played by a new actress in the upcoming movie, Berry has emphasized that her own experience with the character remains special to her, while she looks forward to seeing how Maya Boyd approaches the role.
X-Men New Movie Release Date
The new X-Men movie is scheduled to hit theaters on May 5, 2028.
The film will introduce a new take on the iconic mutant characters as Marvel Studios continues developing a new chapter for the X-Men universe with a new cast.
Who will play Storm in the new X-Men movie?
Maya Boyd will portray Ororo Munroe, also known as Storm.
What did Halle Berry say about Maya Boyd?
Halle Berry expressed confidence in Boyd and said she is excited to see the actress’s own interpretation of Storm.
When did Halle Berry first play Storm?
Halle Berry first portrayed Storm in the 2000 X-Men movie.
When will the new X-Men movie be released?
The new X-Men movie is scheduled for theatrical release on May 5, 2028.
