In the 75 years of the character's existence, few have been able to tackle the role of
Wonder Woman, and even fewer have had the sort of longevity that actress
Lynda Carter did when she played the character in the 1970s television show. Now that the Amazonian princess is getting her own film, along with roles in
Batman v Superman,
Justice League, and beyond, is is possible that Carter would be open to making a cameo to pay tribute to her time in the role? According to the actress, not just yet.
"I’ve spoken to [director] Patty Jenkins," Carter said in an interview with
Variety.
"She talked to me on the phone about the character, and we were trying to see if I could do something with the movie, but it didn’t work out. The timing was off, and I was doing other things and couldn’t get over to where they were shooting." Of course, this wouldn't rule out an appearance in a seuqel, would it?
"I might [do it]," Carter said,
"but at this point in my life, I pretty much do new parts in things. There’s someone else doing the role now, and that’s OK. They should do it. I support Gal wholeheartedly, and I wish her and Patty all the success in the world."
Carter also spoke to the publication about the importance of the character and why she thinks Wonder Woman has resonated with readers and audiences for 75 years.
"The reason she existed in the first place was that, when she came on the scene, there was nothing for girls to look up to. We’re still fighting the same fight. We still need more female role models. But Wonder Woman is much more than a cartoon character. She’s fighting for truth and justice and the secret self that exists in all women and girls. There’s a moral fiber and a goodness about her that all women have."
About The Author:
Matt is a graduate of the Ryerson University School of Journalism, and has been a fan of superheroes since he picked up his first comic book issue as a child. While he works as a professional musician, Matt has a massive passion for comic books, films and heroes, along with participating in discussion and debate with the CBM community.