Anthony Mackie’s Captain America is set to take wing in the next two Avengers movies. The Captain America: Brave New World star confirmed in a new interview that he will be reprising his role as Sam Wilson,

"For me, Captain America represents a lot of different things, and I don't think the term 'America' should be one of those representations," said the actor.

The actor, who plays Sam Wilson/Captain America in the upcoming film "Captain America: Brave New World" film, took to Instagram on Tuesday with a statement he shared in a story about what the role means to him and expressing his appreciation for those who serve and have served the country.

Mackie previously said he does not think "the term 'America' should be one" of the things Captain America represents Anthony Mackie is speaking out after going viral over comments he made about Captain America at a recent event for Captain America: Brave New World.

Anthony Mackie , who first joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Sam Wilson in The Winter Soldier , has risen to take on the mantle of one of the franchise's most impactful heroes. After receiving the shield from Steve Rogers in Avengers: Endgame ,

Chris Evans has ended rumors about his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, confirming that he is done playing Captain America. Addressing speculation, Evans stated he is 'happily retired.' Despite other notable returns in the MCU,

For Esquire’s new cover story on Anthony Mackie, Chris Evans told the mag that he broke the news to his Marvel co-star that Mackie was going to be the next Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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However, this wouldn't be the first time an actor has lied about not making a grand superhero return. Remember Andrew Garfield's surprise appearance in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'?

Anthony Mackie caught backlash after downplaying the "America" aspect of his character, Captain America.