Wyatt Russell became a new Marvel household name after starring in The Falcon & The Winter Soldier, but his appearance in Thunderbolts* has garnered even more praise. Wyatt is no stranger to showbusiness and is actually Hollywood royalty, to some fans’ surprise.
Before gaining traction in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Wyatt has also starred in several TV shows and movies, including 22 Jump Street, Lodge 49, and more. From his famous family to his history with Captain America, here’s what you need to know about Wyatt.
Wyatt is John Walker/Captain America
Wyatt made his debut on The Falcon & The Winter Soldier in the very first episode. At the end of the premiere, Wyatt’s character John Walker was introduced as the new Captain America. John has been appointed by the government, despite Steve Rogers handing the shield to Sam Wilson. Needless to say, there’s friction between John, Sam, and Bucky. John Walker is a well-known character from the Marvel Comics.
Wyatt comes from a very famous family
Wyatt is the son of Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn. His half-siblings are Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson. Wyatt’s first role was playing a toddler in Kurt and Goldie’s hit 1987 movie Overboard.
Wyatt has a history with Captain America
Wyatt’s first-ever audition was for the role of Captain America, which went to Chris Evans, in the first Captain America movie. “I think that honestly, the first audition was really more just something to read, to see if I was any good at acting or not. I don’t think I was ever actually in competition for the role, but it was crazy,” Wyatt told GMA.
Wyatt is a married man
Wyatt married actress Meredith Hagner in 2019. They welcomed their first child, a son named Buddy, in March 2021. Wyatt was previously married to stylist Sanne Hamers. They divorced in 2017.
Wyatt is a former hockey player
Before he was acting full-time, Wyatt was a hockey player. He played hockey for the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He played for a number of hockey teams, including the Langley Hornets, Chicago Steel, Brampton Capitals, and more. After several injuries, Wyatt left hockey behind.
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