Yet Another Marvel Star Completely Forgot They Were In The MCU & Is Wondering ‘Am I OK?’

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Summary

  • Kat Dennings forgot she was part of the MCU, fans recognized her at Avengers Campus.
  • Dennings plays Darcy Lewis in the MCU, known for humor and relatability.
  • Despite not being an Avenger, Dennings’ role as Darcy Lewis is beloved by MCU fans.

In a lighthearted twist, an actress who graced several Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movies and a TV series momentarily forgot her connection to the Marvel universe. She humorously expressed her surprise on a popular social media platform.

Across numerous Marvel films and shows, an impressive roster of top-tier talent has been showcased, with many stars gracing multiple productions. However, certain performers have left indelible marks due to their memorable performances and well-loved characters within the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s box office hits. Case in point: Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark/Iron Man, Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers/Captain America, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor, Scarlett Johansson’s Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow, Mark Ruffalo’s Bruce Banner/Hulk, Jeremy Renner’s Clinton Barton/Hawkeye, Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange, and Tom Holland’s Peter Parker/Spider-Man. The majority of these stars initially appeared as the original Avengers. Notably, one Marvel star has recently paid a visit to the happiest location on Earth and shared an amusing anecdote.

In a humorous turn of events, Kat Dennings, known for her role as Darcy Lewis in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), recently shared an amusing incident following her visit to Disneyland California. On Thread (which was likely Twitter at the time), she posted about her experience at the Avengers Campus and was taken aback by the crowd’s response. She wrote, “I visited Avengers Campus at Disneyland and people were waving at me, but I honestly couldn’t recall why.” The post on Instagram came with a chuckle-inducing caption saying, “Am I alright?” It seems that Dennings had momentarily forgotten her association with the MCU, and fans quickly reminded her by acknowledging her presence. This sort of forgetfulness is not uncommon among actors, especially when it’s been a while since they were involved in a project related to their hit franchise, as Anna Kendrick experienced in 2018 when she recalled being part of the Twilight series.

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Kat Dennings first appeared as Darcy in the 2011 film, “Thor.” Initially an intern to Natalie Portman’s character Jane Foster, she captured viewers’ hearts with her wit, intelligence, and relatability. A memorable moment was when she jokingly referred to Thor’s hammer as “meow-meow.” Her role provided comic relief in the film. Dennings reappeared in “Thor: The Dark World” (2013) and then went off-screen for a while. However, she made a significant comeback in the 2021 TV series, “WandaVision.” In this show, Darcy is now an accomplished doctor and astrophysicist. In an interview with Marvel, Dennings expressed her surprise about her role in “WandaVision” due to her limited interactions with other characters in the past. Nevertheless, she was thrilled to be back in the MCU. Fans’ reactions to Dennings’ portrayal of Darcy in “WandaVision” were positive, appreciating her quick and sarcastic humor. Many also enjoyed her scenes with Randall Park’s Jimmy Woo, leading some fans to hope for a spinoff featuring these two characters.

In a fun and unexpected turn, Dennings’ post had everyone laughing. Given that she didn’t appear in any Avengers films, it’s understandable she thought fans wouldn’t recognize her at the Avengers Campus. However, it’s important to remember that the Avengers is just one of many Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) franchises. As a beloved character within the MCU, it was no surprise that fans still recognized Dennings. Although Darcy Lewis doesn’t possess superpowers, her acting prowess is exceptional and has endeared her to many fans. It seems she may have underestimated her popularity among MCU enthusiasts, as she wasn’t as prominent as the Avengers stars. Nevertheless, one thing remains undeniable: Dennings’ character Darcy is deeply cherished by MCU fans.

Thor movies and WandaVision stream on DisneyPlus.

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2025-04-11 23:13