# Yahya Abdul-Mateen II: Marvel's 'Obvious' Optics After Wonder Man, Blade Cancellations

Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II said Marvel's "optics" are obvious following the cancellations of "Wonder Man" and "Blade," adding that as Disney, he would not want to be attached to that situation. His comments spotlight concerns about Marvel's handling of Black-led projects.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/yahya-abdul-mateen-calls-out-marvel-wonder-man-blade-failures-1236839058/) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:38:30 +0000