Marvel fans are buzzing as rumors suggest that Marvel will replace a fan-favorite hero in Avengers: Doomsday. The spotlight is on the Wasp, a key member of the Ant-Family, as rumors of major changes circulate online.
Avengers: Doomsday and the Wasp’s MCU Legacy
So far, two Wasps have appeared in the MCU. Michelle Pfeiffer played Janet van Dyne, while Evangeline Lilly portrayed Hope van Dyne. Both characters last appeared in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. They appeared alongside Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Scott Lang (Paul Rudd).
Fans have long admired the Wasp for her intelligence, bravery, and crucial role in several MCU storylines. She has often balanced superhero action with emotional depth, making her one of the more relatable characters in the franchise.
Possible Ant-Family Shakeup in Avengers: Doomsday
While Paul Rudd is confirmed to return in Avengers: Doomsday, insiders suggest the rest of the Ant-Family may not have future plans in the MCU. According to The Beyond Reporter,
“Wasp is set to die off-screen in Avengers: Doomsday.”
This revelation could signal a dramatic shift for the Ant-Family dynamic. It will especially impact fans who have followed the character arcs of both Janet and Hope van Dyne across multiple films. The absence of a familiar hero might also open the door for exciting new storylines and multiverse twists.
Introducing a Variant Wasp?
New rumors from scooper MAJESTIC_ucm hint at the introduction of a “variant of Janet,” potentially a younger version of the character. Speculation intensified after the scooper shared an image of Ana de Armas alongside animated Janet van Dyne art, implying she could debut as a variant Wasp.
If Marvel proceeds with this casting, it could mark one of the first major recasts of a central MCU character due to multiverse storytelling, similar to the variants seen in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Ana de Armas and MCU Speculations
De Armas has been rumored for an MCU “big role” since August 2025. However, previous reports hinted she might play Psylocke instead. Fans are now eager to see whether she will step into the role of a new Wasp variant, which could introduce a fresh perspective on a beloved character.
Her casting would also highlight Marvel’s continued embrace of the multiverse concept, allowing familiar heroes to evolve in unexpected ways while keeping audiences engaged with surprising plot twists.
If these rumors prove true, Marvel fans may witness one of the most surprising recasts and multiverse introductions yet. Avengers: Doomsday could redefine the Ant-Family dynamic when it premieres on December 18, 2026.
The potential death of a familiar hero, along with the introduction of a new variant, promises high emotional stakes. It also adds narrative excitement, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. As the MCU continues to explore multiverse storytelling, the fate of the Wasp could have lasting effects on future phases of the franchise.
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