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Who is the Dazzler in MCU? Exploring the Origins & Powers of this 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Character as Fans Speculate Taylor Swift's Casting
Taylor Swift's latest song Clara Bow from The Tortured Poets Department mentioned the word Dazzling, several times, which convinced fans that she is going to play Dazzler in the upcoming MCU movie.
Is there anything more exciting at this moment if we consider the upcoming movies’ schedule than Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer Deadpool & Wolverine directed by Shawn Levy? From the very announcement of the film till today, the rumors or updates about the movie have kept fans busy. The first trailer for the movie was dropped during this year’s Super Bowl and now Reynolds has announced that a brand-new trailer for the MCU threequel will arrive tomorrow.
There will be many X-Men and MCU cameos and one of the rumored casting that has always been on fans’ minds is Taylor Swift. Her name has been for a long time. And, Swift who is known for giving easter eggs in her lyrics recently hinted at something that added fuel to the speculation. Her latest song Clara Bow from The Tortured Poets Department mentioned the word Dazzling, several times, which convinced fans that she is going to play Dazzler in the upcoming R-rated MCu movie.
Did Taylor Swift Give a Clear Hint About Her Cameo in Deadpool & Wolverine?
Swift released her new album, The Tortured Poets Department on April 19, which consists of 31 songs, and each song just like her previous songs carries different meanings and references. She is after all master of providing easter eggs. And one such hint was the last track from the standard edition titled Clara Bow where she declares, “You look like Taylor Swift in this light / We’re loving it / You’ve got edge, she never did / The future’s bright / Dazzling.“
And eagle-eyed Marvel fans took note of that. Fans were convinced that Swift will play the role of the mutant Dazzler in Deadpool & Wolverine. However, no one from the MCU or director or even the pop star herself has said directly about her involvement.
Director Shawn Levy has commented on this rumor again and again. During the 2024 CinemaCon when asked if the Lover singer would cameo as X-Men icon Dazzler, Levy told Entertainment Tonight:
“I can’t even believe that you would dare ask me a question that you know I can’t answer. You know I can’t answer. All of America knows I can’t answer that. I will say, as I said earlier here at CinemaCon, the proliferation of rumors about who is and isn’t in this movie is fabulous. Because no one will ever know the truth until July 26th."
Who is Dazzler and What is Her Origin?
Alison Blaire, with her heart set on belting out tunes, clashed with her stern judge father, Carter Blaire, who envisioned her in a courtroom instead. With her mother out of the picture (supposedly deceased), young Alison found solace in her wise Grandma Bella. Bella, understanding both the teenage dreamer and her widower son, championed Alison's musical aspirations.
Bella, with a gentle nudge, convinced Carter to let Alison attend the junior high dance, which also happened to be a talent show. When Alison took the stage, a dazzling display of light erupted from her very being. The young crowd cheered, mesmerized by the otherworldly spectacle. But the night held another revelation. A group of rowdy teenagers crashed the party, their intentions far from festive. In a moment of instinctive defense, Alison unleashed a powerful blast of light, its brilliance momentarily blinding everyone present. The anonymous nature of the light show became her first taste of using her powers for good.
Years flew by amidst schoolwork, music lessons, and crafting her unique abilities. Alison graduated top of her class, magna cum laude with a pre-law degree. But during that momentous occasion, she revealed to her father that Law was his dream, not hers. Her passion belonged to singing. Carter, in a fit of anger, stormed out. Undeterred, Alison packed her bags and set her sights on the bright lights of New York City, ready to chase her own melody.
What Is Dazzler’s Power?
As she continued to perform and tour, Dazzler started to feel that her powers could be used for more than just entertainment. She began to see the potential for using her abilities to help others and decided to become a superhero. She reached out to the X-Men, a group of mutants who, like her, grappled with societal prejudice and the fight for acceptance.
The X-Men welcomed Dazzler into their ranks and she quickly proved herself to be a valuable member of the team. She used her powers to create dazzling displays that could blind her enemies, and her musical abilities allowed her to communicate with other mutants who had similar powers. Dazzler quickly proved her worth. Her mesmerizing light displays could disorient and disable their enemies, while her musical prowess offered a unique bridge of communication with other sound-powered mutants.
She has the ability to transduce sonic vibrations, which reach her body into various types of light. She could focus sonic vibrations into a powerful laser beam or even create a protective shield of light to deflect attacks. Her eyes were immune to blinding light, giving her an edge in combat. Dazzler's fighting skills also grew formidable over time. Even when facing defeat, she could bounce back from seemingly impossible situations.
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