David Jonsson: the London rising star handpicked to be the new Black Panther

Jonsson has come a long way from east London’s Docklands, winning accolades on stage and screenFew characters carry the cultural weight of Black Panther. Stars and fans celebrate 'new Black Panther' David JonssonImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The British actor is known for roles in Industry, The Long Walk and Rye LaneByNaomi Clarke and Srosh Khan, BBC NewsbeatPublished1 hour agoBritish actor David Jonsson has been praised by fellow actors and fans after he was named as the new Black Panther.Director Ryan Coogler unveiled the new star on-stage at Comic-Con and revealed the third entry in the superhero blockbuster series was due to be rel...