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Oct 26, 2021 · Henry stars as Phastos, an alien inventor who marries Ben (Haaz Sleiman) and has a son in the MCU's first same-sex couple. Director Chloé Zhao and Henry discuss the importance of representation and authenticity for the role.
- 8 min
- Adam B. Vary
Mar 5, 2020 · It has been confirmed that the Brian Tyree Henry’s Phastos will be the first openly gay character in the MCU and he’ll be married and have a family.
Nov 10, 2021 · Henry plays Phastos, a same-sex partner of Ben, in Marvel's latest film. The film features the first same-sex kiss in a Marvel movie and a normal representation of LGBTQ characters.
Oct 4, 2021 · A new trailer confirmed that Eternals will feature Phastos, a gay character played by Brian Tyree Henry, who's married with a kid. Never heard of him? You're not alone.
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- Glen Weldon
Dec 18, 2019 · Footage from Marvel's 'Eternals' just revealed Phastos, played by Brian Tyree Henry, will have a husband in the movie, making him the first openly gay MCU hero.
- philip@freelancephilip.co.uk
- Philip Ellis
- 5 min
Feb 15, 2020 · Haaz Sleiman will play the husband of Phastos (Brian Tyree Henry) in Marvel's Eternals, making them the first openly gay central characters in the MCU.
Mar 12, 2021 · Henry, however, hasn’t yet revealed whether he’s dating anyone, but he has mentioned that he is unmarried. On the professional side of things, the actor has had a remarkable opportunity to represent a gay superhero in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) production, The Eternals.
