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Ioan Gruffudd packs on the PDA with pregnant wife Bianca Wallace as they attend The Fantastic Four: First Steps premiere in LA – 20 years after he starred in the Marvel film

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As a lifestyle enthusiast, I couldn’t help but notice Ioan Gruffudd and his radiant spouse, Bianca Wallace, who were clearly smitten with each other at the Los Angeles premiere of The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Their love was palpable as they walked hand-in-hand, basking in the limelight and embracing their joyful pregnancy journey together.

The 51-year-old Welsh actor appeared every bit the joyful soon-to-be dad as he gently held his expectant wife’s expanding belly, smiling for photos on the blue carpet.

I had the privilege of embodying the iconic character, Mister Fantastic, in the 2005 Marvel movie adaptation. Sharing the screen with Jessica Alba, Chris Evans, and Michael Chiklis was truly an unforgettable experience.

Twenty years had passed, and Ioan emerged to back his successors, as he and Bianca walked into Dorothy Chandler Pavilion to catch a movie together.

In a stylish black suit and crisp white shirt, the actor looked quite dashing while snuggling with actress Bianca, who turned 32 this year and is his newlywed wife, having tied the knot in April.

In the meantime, the expectant mother glowed in a stylish grey midi dress without straps that beautifully showcased her baby bump. She accessorized it with black sandals and a matching black handbag.

Despite Ioan Gruffudd being embroiled in a tough legal dispute with his ex-wife Alice Evans, 56, who is said to have requested increased financial support for herself and their two young daughters, the couple appeared happier than ever.

This upcoming movie represents the newest version of Marvel’s renowned superhero squad, which has generated significant excitement among fans for quite some time.

The story unfolds with the main characters taking on the task of safeguarding Earth, as they confront the malevolent antagonist named Galactus.

The movie is placed in a world that combines the vibe of the 1960s with futuristic elements, reminiscent of its comic book roots.

In 1961, during what’s referred to as the “Silver Age” of comic books, the comics – masterminded by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby – made their first appearance.

The movie marks the Fantastic Four’s initial entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, although they have previously appeared on the big screen.

In the year 2005, 20th Century Fox put out a movie titled “Fantastic Four,” which featured actors like Ioan Gruffudd, Chris Evans, Jessica Alba, and Michael Chiklis in its starring roles.

The movie earned approximately $333.5 million globally, leading to the release of the 2007 sequel titled “Fantastic Four: The Rise of the Silver Surfer.

Additionally, they unveiled the controversial 2015 remake of Fantastic Four, featuring Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Kate Mara, and Jamie Bell in the lead roles.

Fans of Marvel got excited in February when they saw the initial trailer for The Fantastic Four: Taking Their First Steps.

One individual shared their thoughts about the recent Fantastic Four trailer on social media, commenting on X as follows: ‘I found it fairly decent. To my delight, I was pleasantly surprised.’

Someone else remarked, ‘I’m not particularly a fan of the Fantastic Four, but this looks incredibly stylish. It captures the era accurately, much like Captain America: The First Avenger did.’

Another person chimed in, expressing, “I watched the Fantastic Four trailer and now, I genuinely feel enthusiastic about a Marvel film once more.

Another social media user labeled the Fantastic Four comic series as “the only ones I can tolerate,” further commenting, “The trailer appears fantastic. I can hardly wait for it.

The film will be released nationwide on July 24. 

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2025-07-22 10:19

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