LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – A tragic accident has occurred at the Radford Studio Center, resulting in the death of a crew member working on Marvel’s upcoming “Wonder Man” television series. According to reports, the crew member, identified as a rigger, fell off the rafters Tuesday morning and passed away.
Filming for “Wonder Man” was not taking place at the time of the accident, and production has been halted for the day. A spokesperson for Marvel expressed condolences for the crew member’s family and friends while also expressing support for the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
“Wonder Man,” set to debut on Disney+, features Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, who becomes the titular superhero. The series also welcomes back Ben Kingsley, reprising his role as Trevor Slattery from “Iron Man 3.” Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for his work on “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” the show is highly anticipated.
The “Wonder Man” comic books depict Simon Williams as a character with a complex storyline involving a wealthy industrialist’s son, superpowers, and an eventual alliance with the Avengers. However, it remains to be seen how much of this storyline will be incorporated into the series.
The tragic incident at the studio serves as a sobering reminder of the risks and dangers that crew members face in the entertainment industry. As the investigation into the accident continues, the production of “Wonder Man” is undoubtedly grappling with the loss of a colleague and the impact on the entire team.