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James Gunn reveals why ‘Survivor’ alum Rick Devens pulled out of ‘Superman’ sequel cameo

Director James Gunn confirms that Big Brother 28 contestant Rick Devens withdrew from a planned cameo appearance in the upcoming film Man of Tomorrow.

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The brief

James Gunn recently disclosed that reality television personality Rick Devens was scheduled for a cameo appearance in the Superman sequel, titled Man of Tomorrow. Devens ultimately withdrew from the role due to his commitments to the CBS competition series Big Brother 28.

Coverage from Variety, Deadline, Entertainment Weekly, and The Independent highlights the connection between the director and the former Survivor contestant. Outlets report that the cameo was intended to be a secret before the scheduling conflict necessitated a cancellation.

Future reports will clarify if any alternative appearances are planned for the production. Coverage does not yet specify if the role was recast or removed from the film following the scheduling change.

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Quick answers

Why did Rick Devens withdraw from the Man of Tomorrow cameo?

According to coverage, he withdrew due to his participation in the competition show Big Brother 28.

Who confirmed the canceled appearance?

Director James Gunn addressed the situation regarding the cameo.

Was Rick Devens a Survivor contestant?

Yes, reports from Entertainment Weekly and other sources identify him as a Survivor alum.

Coverage (9)

James Gunn addresses his friend who chose Big Brother over cameo in Superman sequel The Independent · 1d ago
James Gunn Reveals Which 'Big Brother 28' Reality Icon Canceled a Secret 'Superman' Cameo parade.com · 1d ago
James Gunn Says Big Brother 28 Star Traded a Man of Tomorrow Role for CBS Competition Yahoo · 1d ago
Wait, Do Rick Devens And James Gunn Actually Know Each Other? Yes And They Had Superman Plans Yahoo · 1d ago
James Gunn reveals the reality star who almost appeared in Man of Tomorrow The Express Tribune · 1d ago
James Gunn Reveals Which 'Big Brother 28' Reality Icon Canceled a Secret 'Superman' Cameo Yahoo · 1d ago
James Gunn Gave ‘Big Brother 28’ Star Rick Devens a Cameo in ‘Man of Tomorrow’ but He ‘Had to Cancel’ Variety · 1d ago
James Gunn Says 'Big Brother 28's Rick Devens Was Set For 'Man Of Tomorrow' Cameo But "Had To Cancel" Due To CBS Competition Deadline · 1d ago
James Gunn reveals why ‘Survivor’ alum Rick Devens pulled out of ‘Superman’ sequel cameo Entertainment Weekly · 1d ago