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Fast X: Justin Lin Steps Down as Director, Vin Diesel Returning as Cast Member

In a move that sent shockwaves through Fast and Furious fandom, Justin Lin had stepped down as director of the movie just days into its production.

He announced his exit himself in a  post on Instagram, The decision to step down as director of Fast and Furious 10 was a difficult one, but then he said he had the support of Universal. He, however, remains a part of the production crew. 

It’s been ten years on the beat and five magi Al flicks that are being enjoyed around the world. He noted how proud he is, as the child of Asian immigrants, to have been part of creating one of the most memorable franchises in America’s film history. 

He said he would forever be grateful to the cast and crew of the series for welcoming him into the family. 

Clearly, from the reactions so far, many fans of Fast and Furious are unhappy to see him leave as director. But then the decision has been made and accepted. 

In the previous season of the series (Fast and Furious 9), the rapper Cardi B made a cameo appearance. She’ll be returning for Fast and Furious 10 alongside the likes of Nathalie Emmanuel, Tyrese Gibson, Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Sung Kang, Ludacris, and Jordana Brewster. 

 

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