The Fast Family added another big name today. EGOT winner Rita Moreno will officially appear in Fast X.
And Moreno isn’t just joining the Fast and Furious family. She’s quite literally joining the Tortetto family, playing the grandmother of Vin Diesel’s character Dom.
Diesel broke the news on social media today, sharing a video of himself and co-star Michelle Rodriguez welcoming Moreno.
“It’s been my dream forever to work with Rita Moreno, and the fact that she’s here playing my grandmother makes my soul smile. I am so blessed,” says Diesel in the clip.
“You know what…I think my old age was waiting for you to invite me. Isn’t that nice? And I’m here—and the answer is yes, I’ll do it,” responds Moreno. “And yes, not only do it. I’m tickled. I’m so thrilled. This is going to be such fun!”
You can watch the clip of Diesel making the announcement below.
Moreno joins the ranks of a series of big names announced for Fast X, including Jason Momoa, Brie Larson, and Alan Ritchson. Plus, these actors join the returning Fast Family, including Diesel, Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Nathalie Emmanuel, Michael Rooker, Daniela Melchior, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, and Charlize Theron,
In addition to an ever-expanding cast, Fast X also recently underwent a creative shakeup. Longtime franchise director Justin Lin exited the picture, leaving Louis Leterrier to take on the role. No doubt Fast and Furious news will keep fans on their toes, so stay tuned to THS for more updates.
So, what do you think about screen and stage legend Rita Moreno joining Fast and Furious? Any thoughts on what kind of grandmother she’ll be to Dom? Drop your Fast X theories in the comments below.
