Tessa Thompson Opens Up About Valkyrie’s Future — And Drops a Name That Has Fans Talking
Tessa Thompson has once again stirred excitement among Marvel fans by teasing what could be next for her iconic character, Valkyrie. But here’s where it gets intriguing — she also revealed which newcomer to the Marvel Cinematic Universe she’s dying to share the screen with. And this choice might just surprise you.
Thompson first wielded her sword (and humor) as the fearless Asgardian warrior in Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok. Since then, she’s faced cosmic battles in Avengers: Endgame, commanded New Asgard in Thor: Love and Thunder, and even made a brief but memorable cameo in The Marvels. Despite mixed reactions to her latest full appearance, Valkyrie remains a fan favorite for her strength, wit, and defiant energy.
Though Thompson’s name was missing from the massive cast list announced for Avengers: Doomsday, her return for Secret Wars seems almost inevitable. After all, Marvel loves a dramatic comeback. Still, the actress is known for keeping things close to the chest — and her recent comments prove she’s as mysterious as ever.
Speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Thompson laughed off questions about Valkyrie’s future, joking, “You’ll have to call Kevin Feige for that one.” She added, “I adore playing her — what keeps the excitement alive in these films is how the characters evolve alongside one another. Valkyrie’s story always depends on who she’s interacting with.” That hint alone has fans guessing what new alliances might be waiting in the MCU.
And that’s when Thompson dropped the name that set off fan discussions across social media: Pedro Pascal. The beloved actor, who’s set to debut as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, tops her wish list of future co-stars. “I just love the idea of working with my friend Pedro,” Thompson said. “It’s like pure playtime when you work with people you admire — it pushes you creatively and makes the work feel alive.”
But here’s where it gets extra spicy. Thompson’s cameo in The Marvels left audiences buzzing with speculation. Her scene with Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers had many wondering if Valkyrie and Captain Marvel might be more than just close friends. In the short sequence, Valkyrie helps Carol relocate Skrull refugees and shares a moment so tender that it ended with a kiss on the cheek — subtle, but undeniably affectionate.
Rumor has it that several deleted scenes went much further, confirming a romantic connection between the two heroes. Some of those shots even made it into early trailers before vanishing from the final cut. Could this relationship resurface in future Avengers films, or has Marvel quietly shelved that storyline? With everything else on the studio’s packed slate, it’s hard to say — but fan interest clearly hasn’t faded.
For now, Valkyrie’s next adventure remains shrouded in mystery. Yet one thing’s clear: Thompson’s enthusiasm for the role hasn’t dimmed. As she puts it, the magic of playing Valkyrie is rooted in the dynamic relationships — a reminder that even in a universe filled with gods and aliens, connection is what drives the story forward.
As for The Marvels itself, it brought together three powerhouse women — Carol Danvers, Kamala Khan, and Monica Rambeau — in a high-energy cosmic rescue mission. Following the events that destabilized the universe, the trio must learn to fight in sync to restore balance. Directed by Nia DaCosta and produced by Kevin Feige, the film stars Zawe Ashton and Park Seo-joon, with writing credits going to Megan McDonnell, DaCosta, Elissa Karasik, and Zeb Wells.
The big question now is this: Should Valkyrie’s rumored romance with Captain Marvel become official in the MCU, or is she better off as the independent ruler of New Asgard, charting her own story? Drop your thoughts below — is Marvel playing it too safe, or are they saving Valkyrie’s best chapter for last?
