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James Gunn Gave ‘Big Brother 28’ Star Rick Devens a Cameo in ‘Man of Tomorrow’ but He ‘Had to Cancel’
James Gunn has revealed that "Big Brother 28" contestant Rick Devens was originally set to make a cameo appearance in his upcoming film "Man of Tomorrow" but had to withdraw due to filming commitments on the reality show. The DC Studios co-head shared the news on Threads after Devens gave him a shoutout during the live broadcast of the show's Thursday eviction episode, prompting fans to ask whether the "Survivor" alum would appear in the "Superman" sequel.
Gunn explained that Devens was due to appear in the background of the film but had to cancel, though his wife and children still attended the shoot; Devens reportedly could not explain why but assured Gunn he would be pleased, which he was. Devens was one of three surprise houseguests introduced during the "Big Brother" Season 28 premiere, a series that airs on CBS and Paramount+ with contestants competing for a $750,000 prize. "Man of Tomorrow," the sequel to 2025's "Superman," stars David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult and is due for release on 9 July 2027.
In short
- Rick Devens' "Man of Tomorrow" cameo was cancelled due to "Big Brother" filming
- James Gunn revealed the news via Threads after a fan shoutout
- "Man of Tomorrow" is set for release on 9 July 2027
Explained simply
Rick Devens is a television personality known for competing on "Survivor," the long-running CBS reality show in which contestants are stranded on an island and must survive. He is currently a contestant on "Big Brother 28," another CBS reality series in which people live together competing in challenges for a $750,000 prize.
James Gunn is a film director who leads DC Studios, the division of Warner Bros. responsible for superhero films. His upcoming film "Man of Tomorrow" is a Superman sequel starring David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult, due for release in July 2027.
Film directors often offer cameos or small roles to people they meet. But existing work commitments can prevent someone from accepting, even when they would like to participate.
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