Pop star and rising actress Sabrina Carpenter may be stepping into the Marvel Cinematic Universe—and fans think they’ve figured out exactly who she’s playing. According to multiple insider reports, Carpenter is in talks to portray Dazzler, the mutant pop singer and light-manipulating superhero from the X-Men comics.
The rumor first gained momentum after known industry scooper @MyTimeToShineHello posted that Carpenter had met with Marvel Studios for a role. Soon after, superhero outlets like SuperHeroHype and Murphy’s Multiverse began echoing the news: Sabrina is currently one of Marvel’s top choices to play Alison Blaire, a.k.a. Dazzler, in the upcoming X-Men reboot.
Who would you like to see Sabrina Carpenter play in the MCU? pic.twitter.com/wBNw5ppQ5L
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) June 16, 2025
Though no official confirmation has come from Marvel, fans are already rallying behind the idea. On Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), reactions have been overwhelmingly positive—with many noting that Carpenter’s real-life music career makes her a “perfect match” for the character. One fan wrote:
“Honestly, Sabrina’s style is more Dazzler than Taylor Swift ever was.”
This isn’t the first time Marvel has considered a music-driven casting for Dazzler. Taylor Swift was long rumored, and more recently, Sydney Sweeney’s name was in the mix. But Carpenter, with her blend of stage presence, acting chops, and Gen Z appeal, may be the ideal choice as the MCU seeks to refresh its mutant roster for a new generation.
No casting has been finalized yet, but the new X-Men movie is reportedly in early development, with Marvel actively scouting talent to reinvent the team. Whether Carpenter lands the role or not, one thing is clear: fans are ready to see Dazzler shine.
