David Jonsson has received valuable advice and support from fellow franchise member Winston Duke as he prepares to take on the mantle of Black Panther in the franchise’s third installment. The 32-year-old London-born actor was announced as the new lead for ‘Black Panther 3’ at the Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con. Winston Duke, who plays the dangerous soldier M’Baku, emphasized his desire to extend the grace and protection he was given when he joined the ‘Black Panther’ universe.According to Deadline, Winston Duke revealed that he spoke to David Jonsson for the first time that day at Comic-Con. The former player reflected on his entry into the game and his commitment to helping guide Jonsson at this crucial time.
Winston Duke emphasizes grace and support in David Jonsson’s transition to Black Panther
Winston Duke shared his advice to David Jonsson during their first interview at Comic-Con. “I wanted to add to him the grace that was added to me. Black Panther was my first film, and I was called to make something very cool with a lot of grace, with a lot of security,” said Duke. “I wanted to let him know that we’re here to help, we’re here to help, we’re here to add, we’re here to be with him and to do his best work.“
Winston Duke welcomed David Jonsson to the ‘Black Panther’ family at San Diego Comic-Con, offering his support as the actor prepares to take on the leading role in ‘Black Panther 3’. Photo credit (Instagram)
The veteran player kept his message to David Jonsson simple and encouraging. “I didn’t want to say anything but, ‘Come and play,'” Duke explained, capturing the collaborative spirit that has defined the ‘Black Panther’ films directed by Coogler.
David Jonsson voiced as Prince T’Challa II in Black Panther 3
The casting of David Jonsson as the new Black Panther was announced at Ryan Coogler’s Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25. Coogler introduced David Jonsson warmly to the assembled crowd, welcoming him into the franchise alongside Kevin Feige, Letitia Wright and Winston Duke.“I want to welcome our new Black Panther: Mr. David Jonsson,” Coogler announced to applause. After taking the stage, David Jonsson expressed his gratitude. “Thank you Ryan. Thank you Kevin. Thank you to this wonderful family that I am honored and privileged and blessed to be a part of,” she said.
David Jonsson’s trajectory from television to leading roles
The London-born actor rose to fame playing Gus Sackey in the hit series ‘Industry’ before gaining critical acclaim for his 2023 romantic drama ‘Rye Lane’. Recently, David Jonsson starred in the 2024 fantasy film ‘Alien: Romulus’ and the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King’s thriller ‘The Long Walk’. Director Ryan Coogler specifically mentioned ‘The Long Walk’ when he introduced David Jonsson on stage.In 2025, David Jonsson won the BAFTA Rising Star Award, establishing his identity as one of the most promising young talents in the industry.
‘Black Panther 3’ continues the lovable race, with David Jonsson appearing as the next protector of Wakanda. Photo credit (Instagram)
‘Black Panther 3’ continues the legacy of the classic action game‘Black Panther 3’ will be released in theaters on December 15, 2028. The movie “Black Panther”, which was released in 2018, was a cultural phenomenon. Chadwick Boseman’s portrayal of T’Challa made him the first black superhero to lead a major studio movie. The film, which also starred Forrest Whitaker, Michael B. Jordan, Danai Gurira, Angela Bassett and Lupita Nyong’o, won three of its seven Oscar nominations.Ryan Coogler returns as director while Letitia Wright reprises her role as Shuri and Winston Duke continues as M’Baku, who currently serves as the anointed King of Wakanda. Coogler’s commitment to the franchise comes after his Oscar win earlier this year for Best Picture for the vampire film ‘Sinners’.David Jonsson’s casting represents the continuation of the legacy and a new chapter in the ‘Black Panther’ saga, the actor will take on the role of honoring Boseman’s revolutionary work and establishing his own interpretation of the character.