Anthony Mackie. Captain America was first created in 1941 during World War II. Since then, an array of people have held the role in the comics, including women and people of color, like Sam Wilson.

The Twisted Metal actor has some thoughts on the state of Hollywood.

Anthony Mackie taking on the role of Captain America, a fictional comic book character initially portrayed as a white man with blond hair and blue eyes, isn’t groundbreaking to comic books fans.

Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford attend the UK Photocall of Marvel Studios' "Captain America: Brave New World" at Trafalgar Square Jan. 30, 2025 in London, England.

Mackie, 42, talks about Sam’s journey, watching the finale with his four sons (ages 4, 5, 8 and 11), and the possibility of starring in his own “Captain America” movie: ...

Before becoming a Hollywood star — and a Marvel superhero — Anthony Mackie worked alongside his father at his roofing business in and around New Orleans. In what seems to be a full-circle ...