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Gwyneth Paltrow Suggests Marvel Return Is Possible but Unconfirmed

The actress addressed speculation about reprising her role as Pepper Potts, citing uncertainty while new multiverse developments and Robert Downey Jr.'s casting fuel fan theories.

Gwyneth Paltrow attends the Crate & Barrel x Brigette Romanek launch event on February 20, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow as Tony Stark and Pepper Potts.

Overview

  • Gwyneth Paltrow stated she is unsure about returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Pepper Potts but has not ruled it out.
  • Her comments come as speculation grows following Robert Downey Jr.'s casting as Doctor Doom in the Russo brothers' multiverse-focused 'Avengers: Doomsday.'
  • Paltrow has appeared in seven Marvel films, with her last role being in 2019's 'Avengers: Endgame,' where Pepper Potts donned her own armor as 'Rescue.'
  • The multiverse storyline in 'Avengers: Doomsday' could allow for Paltrow's return as either the original Pepper Potts or a variant of the character.
  • In 2023, Paltrow explained her absence from the MCU as stemming from the lack of a natural role for Pepper Potts following Tony Stark's death.