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Tessa Thompson’s Valkyrie is the first LGBT character in a Marvel film

the actress confirmed that the superhero is bisexual

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Valkyrie is the Marvel film universe’s first LGBT character.

Tessa Thompson tweeted to clarify that her character is bisexual in “Thor: Ragnarok” just like in the “Fearless Defenders” comic book series.

The actress made the comment after some Marvel fans were upset with Valkyrie’s conservative costume. One person called her a “typical sexless marvel tomboy” which caused another fan to address Valkyrie’s sexuality.

“Valkyrie in the comics is a big ole lesbian so I doubt she would give your opinion any thought,” another fan fired back.

Thompson clarified that she chose to portray Valkyrie as bisexual in the film as well.

“Sheā€™s bi. And yes, she cares very little about what men think of her. What a joy to play,” Thompson tweets.

“YES! Val is Bi in the comics & I was faithful to that in her depiction. But her sexuality isnā€™t explicitly addressed in Thor: Ragnarok,” Thompson continued.

However, Valkyrie is too busy fighting villains to have a love interest in this film.

“Thor: Ragnarok” hits theaters on Thursday, Nov. 2.

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