Matthew McConaughey rumored for secret role in Deadpool & Wolverine

It sounds like the secret of the Cowboy Deadpool variant has finally been revealed thanks to a prominent MCU scooper, and that secret is Matthew McConaughey.

The latestDeadpool & Wolverinetrailer featured several new looks at variants from the upcoming MCU movie, including our best look yet atLady Deadpooland the first look at a cowboy-themed Deadpool variant.

Cowboy Deadpool from Deadpool & Wolverine

Now, in a social media post courtesy of Cosmic Circus, it seems as though the identity of Cowboy Deadpool has been revealed. The scooper has hinted that Oscar-winner Matthew McConaughey will be playing the role.

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Though the initial tweet was just a tease, Alex was much more blunt ina later reply, telling a skeptical fan outright, “It’s what I implied. So yes, he is.”

If the casting is true, it would join a series ofgag cameosthe Deadpool franchise has followed through with. Deadpool 2 featured a number of cameos from big stars, the biggest being Brad Pitt appearing on screen for seconds as The Vanisher.

Taron Egerton in Smoke and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine

Other tweets from the Cosmic Circus account claim that Ryan Reynolds’ wife,Blake Lively, will indeed be playing Lady Deadpool. That’s a role with several huge names potentially in the running, includingpop sensation Taylor Swift.

If these are true, it calls into question many of the potential variant cameos. Reports fromearly screeningsindicated Hugh Jackman would play everyWolverine variantin different costumes or via CGI, though someearly reportshinted at someone else playing Wolverine, too.

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However, it sounds like most of the Deadpool variants may be opportunities for cameos. There are some exceptions, though, including theadorable mutt Dogpool.

Regardless of who is cast, we’ll know for sure before too long, as Deadpool & Wolverine is finally in theaters on July 26.

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