Patty Jenkins Confirms Kristen Wiig’s Casting as Cheetah in Wonder Woman Sequel

Wonder Woman sequel Director Patty Jenkins has officially confirmed through her Twitter account that Kristen Wiig who was perviously reported to be in talks with Warner Bros. to play Wonder Woman’s  (Gal Gadot) arch nemesis Cheetah, has officially signed on to the role.

Jenkins goes on to break the news by stating that she’s incredibly lucky to welcome Wiig into the Wonder Woman family and how she can’t wait to finally work with one of her favorites. Jenkins also goes on to say that she’s excited about what they have planned for the movie.

So excited to confirm the most thrilling news. Yes! It’s true! So incredibly lucky to welcome the sensationally talented Kristen Wiig to our Wonder Woman family. Can’t wait to finally work with one of my favorites. And SO excited by what we have planned. #Cheetah!!! @GalGadot pic.twitter.com/Gn0jICiIAH

— Patty Jenkins (@PattyJenks) March 9, 2018