In the vast Marvel Cinematic Universe, Mark Ruffalo’s depiction of Bruce Banner, alias the Hulk, not only captivates fans but sparks inspiration in emerging talents. Alaqua Cox, captivated by Ruffalo’s performance, finds her aspiration to join the Avengers fueled by his influence.
Ruffalo’s charismatic portrayal of the Hulk transcends the screen. It is becoming a cultural force that resonates with a new wave of aspiring talents like Cox.
Alaqua Cox’s Desire To Join The Avengers Is Fueled By Mark Ruffalo
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Alaqua Cox has big dreams of joining the Avengers, and her main motivation is none other than Mark Ruffalo. In a recent chat with Deadline, Cox spilled the beans about why she’d love to see her character, Maya, team up with the Avengers, and it all boils down to Ruffalo.
She straightforwardly said,
“Honestly, I wouldn’t mind if Maya joined the Avengers. I think it would be so amazing to cross paths with other superheroes. I would love that. I think would be very fun. I think it to be great to work with Mark Ruffalo, the Hulk.”
Cox’s admiration for Ruffalo goes beyond the screen, appreciating him as an actor and his support for Indigenous women – a cause close to her heart, being from Wisconsin like him. She stated,
“I love him as an actor and a person because Mark is a huge advocate for Indigenous women. And he’s from Wisconsin, and I’m from Wisconsin. So we have that in common. But Mark is just an amazing advocate for women, and I think it’d be amazing to work with him.”
Imagining the potential conversations with Ruffalo, she is pumped for the idea. Ruffalo’s impactful role as the Hulk not only resonates with fans but also lights a fire in newcomers like Cox.
It offers a way to contribute to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Echo, Cox’s first major acting gig, isn’t just about topping a call sheet; it’s her chance to delve into the emotional depths of a character and shape her acting identity.
And, by the way, have you ever wondered who Maya Lopez has already crossed paths with in the MCU? That’s worth noting, too.
Which MCU Characters Have Maya Lopez Encountered So Far?
The 26-year-old jumps into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Maya Lopez, also known as Echo. And is rubbing elbows with some big-shot characters.
Debuted in Daredevil #9 in 1999, Maya made her MCU entrance in the 2021 Disney+ series Hawkeye, played by Cox.
The show was a hit, with Maya crossing paths with Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye and Hailee Steinfeld’s Kate Bishop. In a flashback from her series Echo, we find out she threw down with Matt Murdock/Daredevil (Charlie Cox) during The Blip.
Echo spearheads Marvel Studios’ Marvel Spotlight, striving for character-focused stories, sans the big-budget fuss. Despite being pitched as a limited series, co-head writer Amy Rardin hinted at a second season, thanks to its stellar premiere on Disney+ and Hulu.
According to ScreenRant, Rardin teased,
“I feel like if we’re lucky enough to have a Season 2, I think I could watch the Maya-Kingpin show all day. She’s not done with him, and he’s not done with her, so I think there are unlimited storytelling possibilities there.”
People are buzzing with curiosity about Maya Lopez’s ties and alliances in the vast MCU landscape, from casual run-ins to intentional team-ups.
