UPDATE: Longoria-Parker has no idea what anyone is talking about and says it’s just an internet rumor. She told SuperHeroHype this, “I keep hearing about that. I think it’s an Internet rumor as of now… I love comics stuff. I do, I think it’s fun, but I don’t know anything about that character. I don’t know who or what that is.” Thanks to Cigarette Burn for the link!
Now we’re back to this rumor again.
Fox 411 is exclusively reporting that Eva Longoria-Parker is very close to becoming The Wasp aka Janet Van Dyne in THE AVENGERS.
The source for Fox 411 is claiming that Marvel is trying to finish casting the characters for the film and that Longoria-Parker is an actress they’ve had come back several times. “Marvel is in negotiations with Eva and she is just right for the role,” said the source. “First, she read for the part, then she went into the studio for camera tests. The team liked her for The Wasp so much that she did green screen work in the late spring. She’s perfect in size and attitude. Eva is cute, sexy and full of energy for the part. The character is a bit like Gabby, her character on DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES.” This rumor started awhile back when Longoria-Parker was spotted with one of THE AVENGERS comics at the airport.
Another possible addition to THE AVENGERS came up and that was fan favorite, Nathan Fillion for Ant-Man. The source said this as well, “Nathan Fillion, a favorite of [“Avengers” director] Joss Whedon is set to play Ant-Man,” our insider said. “Ant-Man is married to The Wasp in the comics. They would be a dynamic duo – both are hilarious and together they will have great comedy and chemistry. It’s a win-win if Eva can tie up the role.”
Marvel has already denied these reports.
I am all ready for Fillion, but Longoria-Parker does nothing for me acting wise. If I want fall asleep I’ll go watch something with her in it. As far as all this news is concerned, I think Fox just wanted something huge to report on so they just dug up an old rumor. If these two get cast all of a sudden then I’ll bite my tongue. All I ask is that they stop dicking us around about Fillion as Ant-Man. Either do it or quit teasing us!