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Scarlett Johansson Confirms Black Widow's Story in the MCU Is Over

The actress reiterates Natasha Romanoff's death in 'Avengers: Endgame' and dismisses speculation about her return to Marvel films.

Scarlett Johansson in "Black Widow."
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Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff in Black Widow
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Overview

  • Scarlett Johansson stated in a March 2025 interview that her Marvel character, Natasha Romanoff, also known as Black Widow, is definitively dead and will not return to the MCU.
  • Johansson emphasized that Natasha's sacrifice in 'Avengers: Endgame' was a pivotal moment for the character and should remain final to honor her heroism.
  • Despite fan speculation fueled by multiverse storylines and the return of other characters, Johansson dismissed the possibility of reprising her role, citing the character's closure.
  • Since her last Marvel appearance in 2021's 'Black Widow,' Johansson has focused on diverse film projects, including producing the upcoming 'Thunderbolts*' and starring in 'Jurassic World Rebirth.'
  • Johansson's busy schedule includes a range of creative ventures, such as her directorial debut and roles in films by Wes Anderson and other prominent directors.