‘Look Forward to Meetin’ Ya, Sugah!’ — Rogue Voice Actress Lenore Zann Reacts to MCU X-Men Casting With Special Video Message for Inde Navarrette
Marvel Studios revealed its casting for the upcoming MCU X-Men reboot at D23 2026, with Inde Navarrette confirmed to play Rogue in live-action. The announcement was marked by a special video message from Lenore Zann, who has voiced the character throughout animated Marvel projects since the 1990s, congratulating Navarrette on landing the iconic role.
The X-Men cast reveal was among the weekend’s highlights at D23, signaling Marvel’s major push to bring the mutant heroes into the cinematic universe. Other confirmed cast members include Adam Driver as Mister Sinister and Maya Boyd as Storm. These announcements represent significant moments for comic book film enthusiasts as Marvel expands its roster with new versions of beloved X-Men characters.
Zann’s heartfelt congratulatory video message adds a personal and historical touch to the casting announcement, connecting the decades-long animated legacy of Rogue with the character’s new live-action iteration in the MCU. The gesture highlights the continuity of the character across different media formats and generations of Marvel storytelling.