Anthony Mackie Lauded Marvel for Black Panther Role Before Starring as Falcon and Future Captain America

Mackie wrote letters to Marvel Studios expressing interest in playing Black Panther.
Mackie met with Marvel producers and directors, thinking the meeting was for Black Panther.
Mackie was surprised when offered the role of Falcon instead.
Mackie debuted as Falcon in Captain America: The Winter Soldier and reprised the role in following films.
Mackie will star as the next Captain America in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World.