Marvel Studios has finally addressed the abrupt departure of Beau DeMayo, the showrunner for the highly anticipated X-Men ’97 cartoon. However, the details remain shrouded in mystery as the studio refuses to divulge the specifics behind the split.
Amidst mounting speculation about the reasons behind DeMayo’s sudden exit, Brad Winderbaum, the head of Marvel Studios’ TV division, provided some insights.
While he refrained from delving into the nitty-gritty of the situation, Winderbaum was quick to dispel rumors of DeMayo being fired, stating instead that they simply “parted ways.”
Despite the veil of secrecy surrounding the circumstances, Winderbaum lauded DeMayo’s contributions to the series, emphasizing his deep respect and passion for the iconic X-Men characters. He praised DeMayo’s scripts, highlighting their quality and the inspiration they provided to the rest of the team.
Interestingly, Winderbaum revealed that plans are underway for a potential third season, indicating Disney’s continued commitment to the project. However, amidst all the public praise and assurances, DeMayo has remained conspicuously silent, with his social media presence notably absent in recent days.
With Marvel tight-lipped about the details, fans are left to speculate about the behind-the-scenes drama that led to DeMayo’s departure. As excitement builds for X-Men ’97, the mystery surrounding its troubled production only adds to the intrigue.
