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Chris Hemsworth Says Thor Was His Shield, Teases Elder Turn in Avengers: Doomsday

The actor describes crafting a confident persona to manage early-career anxiety.

Overview

  • In recent interviews, Hemsworth says the public version of himself was a creation shaped by playing Thor as a protective mask.
  • He recalls intense performance anxiety and panic attacks when he first took on the Marvel role.
  • Hemsworth is set to return as Thor in Avengers: Doomsday with a portrayal that leans into a weary, elder-statesman presence.
  • Entertainment outlets report Avengers: Doomsday is slated for December 18, with Avengers: Secret Wars targeted for December 17, 2027.
  • He attributes Thor’s shifting tone over the years to changing creative teams, citing Kenneth Branagh, Joss Whedon and Taika Waititi.