Wesley Snipes, known for his iconic portrayal of Blade in the original film trilogy from 1998 to 2004, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming reboot of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) version of Blade. At 61 years old, Snipes posted a GIF of himself as Blade on social media, seemingly poking fun at the challenges the new film has faced, including changes in its directorial team. He humorously referred to the search for the “secret sauce” and the difficulties faced in the production process.
The original Blade trilogy catapulted Snipes into superhero stardom, and despite not being involved in the upcoming MCU reboot, he has shown support for the project and its new star, Mahershala Ali. Snipes previously commented that Ali has a significant task ahead of him with the role, acknowledging the challenges and expressing his endorsement of Marvel’s decisions.
Reports indicate that the upcoming Blade film has seen shifts in its directorial leadership, with Yann Demange and Bassam Tariq departing from the project at different points. Despite these setbacks, the film remains scheduled for release on November 7, 2025, with ongoing efforts to refine the script under new writers.
In 2021, Snipes confirmed he would not be reprising his role but emphasized his support for Ali and Marvel’s choices. His positive remarks about Ali’s potential to excel in the role of Blade have been well-received by fans and by Ali himself, who expressed gratitude for Snipes’ encouragement during interviews.
While Wesley Snipes maintains a lighthearted approach to the challenges facing the Blade reboot, he continues to be a supportive figure in the franchise’s evolution. His legacy as the original Blade remains intact, even as the MCU prepares to reintroduce the character to a new generation of audiences under Ali’s stewardship.