Henry Cavill Will Not Return as Superman: “My Turn To Wear The Cape Has Passed”

British actor Henry Cavill announced Wednesday on social media that he will no longer play Superman in the DC Comics extended cinematic universe.

“I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news, everyone,” writes Cavill, who recently announced his return to the cape after his cameo in Warner Bros./DC’s Black Adam.

He added: “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman. My turn to wear the cape has passed, but what Superman stands for never will.”

“After being told by the studio to announce my return back in October, prior to their hire, this news isn’t the easiest, but that’s life,”.

“The changing of the guard is something that happens. I respect that. James and Peter have a universe to build. I wish them and all involved with the new universe the best of luck, and the happiest of fortunes.”

His post already has gotten responses including from fellow DC actors, Shazam‘s Zachary Levi (“Hope to catch you in another universe, sir”) and Aquaman‘s Jason Momoa (“love u brother”).

Cavill was introduced as Superman in Zack Snyder’s "Man of Steel" in 2013 and continued in the DC titles, "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice", "Justice League" and its HBO Max director’s cut.