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entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creator Reveals Shocking Insights on Season 1, Episode 5"

Beau DeMayo, the creator of X-Men '97, has broken his silence after being fired from the series, sharing insights on the shocking Episode 5, "Remember It." He revealed that the episode was the centerpiece of his original pitch and discussed how real-world events like 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic influenced the series and characters. DeMayo also hinted at the unexpected turn in Gambit's story and reflected on his termination from Marvel, which occurred a week before the series premiered.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Showrunner Beau DeMayo Speaks Out on Series Exit and Impactful Episode"

X-Men ‘97 creator Beau DeMayo has broken his silence after exiting the series, sharing insights about the importance of episode 5 and the impact of real-life events on the show's narrative. His departure from the series a week before its premiere caused widespread confusion, with Marvel Studios' Brad Winderbaum stating that they "parted ways." Despite the exit, X-Men ‘97 is now streaming on Disney+.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creators Discuss Revival, Disney Money, and Nonbinary Backlash"

"X-Men '97," a revival of the beloved "X-Men: The Animated Series," is set to premiere on Disney+ with the original creators and voice actors. However, the show faced controversy as showrunner Beau DeMayo was fired, and there was backlash over the portrayal of the character Morph as nonbinary. The original creative team and voice actors returned to continue the story with a bigger budget and team, aiming to maintain the spirit of the '90s while introducing new elements.

entertainment1 year ago

"Disney Fires X-Men '97 Showrunner Beau DeMayo Ahead of Premiere"

Beau DeMayo, the showrunner, writer, and executive producer of X-Men '97, has been fired from the Marvel Studios and Disney+ project just ahead of its Hollywood premiere, with no reason given for the termination. DeMayo's social media accounts were deactivated until he posted a cryptic message on Twitter/X, "Speech is silver, silence is golden," and shared articles covering his reported firing. The animated series will pick up after the "final" episode "Graduation Day," featuring changes to the X-Men roster and the return of Mr. Sinister, with a voice cast including Ray Chase, Jennifer Hale, and others.

entertainment1 year ago

"Marvel Fires 'X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Weeks Before Premiere"

Marvel Studios has reportedly fired Beau DeMayo, the creator of the upcoming animated Disney Plus series X-Men ’97, just a week before its premiere on March 20th. DeMayo, who was credited as the creator and executive producer of the show's first season, had also finished writing duties for an upcoming second season and was in talks for a third. The firing comes as a surprise, and neither Marvel nor DeMayo's representatives have commented on the decision. Several original voice actors from X-Men: The Animated Series returned for the new series, which continues the original storyline.

entertainment1 year ago

"Disney+ Fires 'X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Ahead of Premiere"

X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo was reportedly fired from the series ahead of its Disney+ debut, with his company email deactivated and future involvement in the project ruled out. DeMayo, who had previously worked on Marvel projects, including Moon Knight and Blade, has also deleted his Instagram. The reported firing came just before the Hollywood premiere of X-Men ’97, a continuation of the ’90s X-Men: The Animated Series, and DeMayo's inclusion in the project was particularly significant as a gay, Black man leading a series dealing with outsiders and homoerotic themes.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Before Disney+ Series Premiere"

Beau DeMayo, the showrunner and executive producer of Disney+'s upcoming animated series "X-Men '97," has been fired ahead of the March 20 premiere, despite having completed work on Seasons 1 and 2. DeMayo will not attend the Hollywood premiere and will no longer be involved with the show or its future seasons. The reasons for his firing remain unclear.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Just Before Series Premiere"

X-Men '97 showrunner and executive producer Beau DeMayo has been fired just ahead of the series premiere on Disney+, with the split from Marvel occurring suddenly last week. Despite having completed work on Seasons 1 and 2, DeMayo will not be involved in the promotional campaign. The reason for the firing has not been revealed, but it comes as a surprise given the timing so close to the show's premiere.

entertainment1 year ago

"Disney's Shocking Decision: X-Men '97 Showrunner Fired Just Before Premiere"

Beau DeMayo, the showrunner of the highly-anticipated X-Men ’97 animated series on Disney Plus, has been fired a week before its March 20 premiere, with no reason given for the termination. Despite the setback, the series, a continuation of the popular X-Men: The Animated Series, is still set to premiere its 10-episode first season as scheduled.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Prior to Disney+ Series Premiere"

Beau DeMayo, creator of the upcoming Disney+ series "X-Men '97," has been fired by Marvel Studios ahead of the show's debut on March 20. DeMayo, who had previously worked on "Moon Knight" and "Blade," completed writing duties for Season 2 of the animated revival but will not attend the Los Angeles premiere. The series will continue the 1990s classic and feature returning and new cast members. Marvel declined to comment on the firing, and DeMayo's representatives have not responded to requests for comment.

entertainment1 year ago

"X-Men '97' Creator Beau DeMayo Fired Just Before Disney+ Premiere"

Beau DeMayo, the creator of the upcoming Disney+ series 'X-Men '97', has been fired by Marvel Studios just weeks before the show's premiere, with no reason given for his departure. DeMayo, who had completed writing duties for the second season and was discussing ideas for a third, had been a vocal presence on social media, but his accounts have since been deleted. His firing comes as a surprise, given his previous excitement for the project and personal connection to the X-Men characters.