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Vin Diesel Teases Role for Cristiano Ronaldo in 'Fast X: Part 2' as 'Welcome' Post Draws Authenticity Questions

Neither Universal nor Ronaldo has confirmed any casting.

Overview

  • Vin Diesel said on Instagram that filmmakers wrote a role for Cristiano Ronaldo in the franchise’s next installment.
  • Tyrese Gibson posted a ‘welcome to the family’ image featuring Ronaldo and core cast members, intensifying online speculation.
  • The circulated photo was quickly challenged by users who flagged possible AI or digital manipulation, leaving its authenticity in doubt.
  • Fast X: Part 2 is being positioned as the saga’s finale with an April 2027 target, and Diesel has signaled a return of Brian O’Conner.
  • Ronaldo’s new UR•MARV venture with Matthew Vaughn makes a crossover plausible, though his ongoing Al‑Nassr commitments could complicate scheduling.