UPDATE: The upcoming Black Panther sequel will temporarily halt production while Letitia Wright continues to recover from injuries sustained during filming.
E! News has learned that the Marvel film will resume production in early 2022.
In a statement to E! News, Wright’s rep shared, “Letitia has been recovering in London since September from injuries sustained on the set of Black Panther 2 and is looking forward to returning to work early 2022. Letitia kindly asks that you keep her in your prayers.”
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Letitia Wright is recovering after suffering “minor injuries” on the set of the Black Panther sequel.
In a statement released Aug. 25, a Disney spokesperson told E! News, “Letitia Wright sustained minor injuries today while filming a stunt for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. She is currently receiving care in a local hospital and is expected to be released soon.” The following day, Aug. 26, a rep for Letitia confirmed she has been discharged from the hospital and is “now recuperating.”
It’s understood that the 27-year-old actress sustained the injuries during a minor incident involving a stunt rig.
The cast is currently filming the sequel to the Marvel film in Cambridge, Mass. While Letitia is recovering, her condition has not impacted the shooting schedule.
On Tuesday, Aug. 24, the Guyanese-British star was photographed filming alongside co-star and friend Danai Gurira. For the scene, Letitia, who portrays Shuri, sported a monochrome purple tracksuit and a pair of black sunglasses.
