Scarlett Johansson, a veteran of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has definitively stated that Black Widow is dead and shows no interest in reprising the role. During an interview with InStyle, while promoting her upcoming role in Jurassic World Dominion, Johansson addressed fan speculation about a potential return for Natasha Romanoff. She emphatically declared, “Natasha is dead. She is dead. She's dead. Okay?”
Johansson acknowledges the fervent desire among fans for Black Widow's return, stating, "They just don't want to believe it. They’re like, ‘But she could come back!’ Look, I think the balance of the entire universe is held in her hand. We’re going to have to let it go. She saved the world. Let her have her hero moment.” Black Widow's death in Avengers: Endgame, where she sacrificed herself to save Hawkeye, was presented as unambiguous. However, this hasn't stopped fan theories about potential resurrections.
The speculation is fueled by upcoming MCU films, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, which are anticipated to feature cameos from past characters. While Robert Downey Jr.'s return as Doctor Doom is confirmed, rumors of other actors reprising their roles, such as Chris Evans as Captain America (a claim he later denied), and Hayley Atwell's Agent Carter (despite her character's multiple on-screen deaths), continue to circulate. Despite these rumors, and the persistent fan desire for more Black Widow, Johansson remains firm in her stance.
Fans eager for more MCU content can look forward to Avengers: Doomsday on May 1, 2026, and Avengers: Secret Wars on May 7, 2027. For a complete overview of upcoming Marvel projects, a list of every upcoming movie and show is available. Additionally, Daredevil: Born Again continues to air, with its third episode premiering tonight.
