- Primary Subject: Halle Berry’s reaction to Maya Boyd’s casting as Storm
- Key Update: Original Storm actress Halle Berry reacted to Maya Boyd's casting as the iconic mutant in the X-Men reboot.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: September 23, 2026
- Quick Answer: Halle Berry enthusiastically endorsed Maya Boyd’s casting as Storm in the MCU’s X-Men reboot, stating she believes the young actress is "going to kill it."
Halle Berry has finally reacted to Maya Boyd's casting as Storm in the highly anticipated MCU reboot of X-Men.
Last month, we learned the first batch of casting news for Marvel Studios' first X-Men movie, which is set to begin production next year for a 2028 release. Fans have been curious to see the original actors' take on the new generation of performers who are taking over the roles that they played.
Now, the original Storm has weighed in.
What Is Halle Berry's Reaction to Maya Boyd's Casting as Storm in X-Men Reboot?
Speaking with People, Halle Berry was asked about her reaction to Maya Boyd's casting as Storm in the X-Men reboot.
She gave her full support to the young actress and expressed excitement about the take that she will give to the iconic mutant in the upcoming film.
"I believe she’s going to kill it. You know what I mean? Yeah, there’s people playing Storm. No, my Storm was my Storm, and I wish her so well," the Oscar winner said. "I very much look forward to seeing what her version will be. I’m sure she’s going to murder it."
Berry emphasized the importance of Boyd doing her own version of Storm, rather than replicating her, and compared the experience to when she starred in Catwoman.
"And what I love is the same thing happened with Catwoman. Everybody has their version of who that character is and how they internalize it," she added.
This is exciting for fans who have been looking forward to hearing Berry and the other original stars' reactions to the casting news; especially in the case of the actress, she has expressed support and adoration for the new actress.
What to Expect in the X-Men MCU Reboot
So far, plot details for the X-Men MCU reboot are still under wraps, but it is expected to take place sometime after Avengers: Secret Wars.
Thunderbolts* director Jake Schreier is currently attached to helm the project. Beef creator Lee Sung Jin and The Bear co-showrunner Joanna Calo are writing the screenplay.
The cast includes Sadie Sink (as Jean Grey), Kit Connor (as Cyclops), Christopher Abbott (as Charles Xavier), Samara Weaving (as Emma Frost), Inde Navarrette (as Rogue), Maya Boyd (as Storm), Asa Germann (as Angel), and Adam Driver (as Nathaniel Milbury/Mister Sinister). More casting is expected to take place soon.
The film is currently slated for release in theaters on May 5, 2028. Production will begin early next year.
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