Marvel Faces Backlash Over White Black Panther

Marvel Comics has introduced Ketema, a white man with blond hair and blue eyes, as the future Black Panther and son of T'Challa in 'Marvel Knights: The World to Come.' This revelation has ignited significant controversy and backlash among fans, particularly due to flashbacks suggesting his mother is Monica Lynne, a Black woman. The storyline is set in a future Wakanda, where Ketema defeats his father T'Challa in a tribal challenge to claim the throne. The creative team, led by Christopher Priest, has indicated that more context about Ketema's heritage will be revealed in upcoming issues. The six-part series has prompted intense debate about racial representation and succession within Wakanda. Fans are also speculating about the potential impact of this storyline on future Marvel Cinematic Universe projects.