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Vin Diesel teases global soccer star’s role in next Fast and Furious

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  • Vin Diesel has announced that Cristiano Ronaldo will have a role in the final Fast and Furious movie, set for release in April 2027.
  • Diesel shared the news on Instagram, posting a picture with Ronaldo and stating a role was written for the highest-scoring player in world soccer history.
  • This would mark Ronaldo's debut in a feature film, as he has no previous acting experience.
  • Diesel also hinted at the potential return of Paul Walker's character, Brian O’Conner, despite the actor's death in 2013.
  • The method for O'Conner's return remains unclear, with speculation suggesting digital insertion.
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