Sadie Sink Joins Spider-Man 4, Fans Are Convinced She’s Playing Jean Grey
Sadie Sink’s Role in Spider-Man 4
Sadie Sink, widely known for her role as Max Mayfield in Stranger Things, has been confirmed to join the cast of Spider-Man 4, which is set to hit theaters in 2026. This announcement, made official by Deadline in early March, has sent fans into overdrive, speculating on which character Sink will portray in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film.
The Rumor Mill: Mary Jane Watson or Jean Grey?
Almost immediately after the announcement, fans began theorizing which role Sink could be playing. The most popular theories focus on her red hair, leading many to believe she could be portraying either Mary Jane Watson, Peter Parker’s iconic love interest, or Jean Grey, the psychic heroine from X-Men.
While both options seem plausible, the rumors have sparked intense debate. The current MCU timeline already includes Zendaya’s portrayal of Mary Jane Watson, but the multiverse aspect of the MCU leaves open the possibility for multiple versions of the character. On the other hand, X-Men characters like Jean Grey are set to make their MCU debut, and Sink’s rumored role could serve as a perfect entry point for the character.
Sadie Sink Denies the Jean Grey Rumors
Despite the growing speculation, Sink has been quick to shut down rumors that she is playing Jean Grey. In a recent interview on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Sink laughed off the idea, saying, “I’m sure people have been asking you about this,” to which she responded, “Yes. I mean, this is news to me.” She further added, “No, I have nothing to say about this,” making it clear that the rumors were just that rumors.
While Sink acknowledged the popularity of the idea, she refused to confirm any details, stating that the character is “great” but remaining tight-lipped about any involvement.
Why Fans Don’t Believe Sadie Sink
Despite Sink’s denials, many fans are unconvinced largely due to the influence of Andrew Garfield. The actor, who played Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man films, notoriously denied any involvement in Spider-Man: No Way Home before making a surprise appearance in the film. His repeated denials during press tours became the subject of fan speculation, and his eventual cameo left fans skeptical of any future “denials” from stars like Sink.
Garfield himself has acknowledged that his past insistence on not appearing in No Way Home has made it hard for fans to trust his statements, which now influences how they view Sink’s denials.
Andrew Garfield’s Impact on Denials
Andrew Garfield’s infamous press tour for Spider-Man: No Way Home has forever changed the way fans interpret denials from actors. Despite his repeated assurances that he wouldn’t appear in the film, Garfield did just that, leading to the creation of numerous super-cuts of his “lies” during interviews. His unexpected cameo has shifted fan behavior: they no longer take actors’ denials at face value.
What This Means for Sadie Sink
Thanks to Garfield’s history of denials, fans are less likely to believe Sadie Sink when she says she’s not playing Jean Grey in Spider-Man 4. Despite her best efforts to squash the rumors, the belief that she might be the psychic hero continues to grow. Whether or not she’s playing Jean Grey remains to be seen, but one thing is certain Garfield has made it clear that fans are always going to be curious and persistent, regardless of what actors say.
The Mystery Continues
As the anticipation for Spider-Man 4 builds, Sadie Sink’s role remains a hot topic of discussion. While Sink continues to deny the Jean Grey rumors, her connection to the MCU, coupled with the influence of Andrew Garfield’s past denials, means fans will likely keep speculating until the official reveal. Whether or not Sink plays Jean Grey, one thing is for sure: her involvement in Spider-Man 4 is sure to bring excitement to the Marvel fanbase.
