Nicholas Hoult has announced he will not attend the New York Comic Con (NYCC) 2025 X-Men reunion panel because he is recovering from recent knee surgery. The actor, known for portraying Hank McCoy, also known as Beast, shared his regrets with fans and expressed hope to participate in future events once he recovers.
Actor’s Absence from New York Comic Con X-Men Event
Originally scheduled to join fellow cast members James McAvoy and Elliot Page for a reunion panel at NYCC 2025, Hoult revealed he must skip the event due to medical advice. Recovering from knee surgery performed weeks earlier, he has been instructed not to travel during his healing process. This development led to his confirmed absence from the highly anticipated gathering of X-Men alumni.
In a message posted on NYCC’s official Instagram, Hoult addressed fans directly. He said,
“I’m so sorry to tell you that I won’t be able to join you this time.”
He further explained,
“Unfortunately, I had knee surgery a couple of weeks ago and I can’t walk or fly yet, so I’m not going to be able to make it.”
Community Response and Event Adjustments
Hoult expressed disappointment and asked fans to enjoy the weekend as he conveyed,
“I hope you have a wonderful weekend and hopefully I’ll be joining you in the near future and get to see you all soon.”
NYCC responded with supportive comments, writing,
“We’re wishing a speedy recovery to Nicholas Hoult, who can no longer make it to NYCC. Rest up Nicholas, we hope to see you next time.”
To accommodate affected attendees, the event organizers offered refunds for any pre-purchased autographs and photo opportunities related to Hoult’s scheduled appearance.
Significance of Hoult’s Role and What Lies Ahead
Since debuting as Hank McCoy in 2011’s X-Men: First Class, Nicholas Hoult has remained a central figure in the X-Men film series. Beyond this role, his portrayal of Lex Luthor in James Gunn’s recent Superman film has also drawn considerable attention. Missing the NYCC reunion marks a pause in his engagement with fans, but the actor’s expressed intention to recover and attend future conventions keeps anticipation alive among his supporters and the X-Men community alike.
