X-Men '97 Creator Claims He Was Honest With Marvel About OnlyFans Work
Originally published Jul 1, 2026
By Glenn Garner · Deadline
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Key points
- Beau DeMayo claims he was 'very honest' with Marvel about his OnlyFans work.
- He felt like a 'DEI hire,' implying his position was influenced by diversity initiatives.
- DeMayo was terminated from X-Men '97 ahead of its premiere.
- His comments come nearly two years after he sued Marvel.
- The situation has sparked discussions about workplace culture and representation in entertainment.
Beau DeMayo, the creator of X-Men '97, has spoken out about his alleged treatment by Marvel ahead of his termination in March 2024. He stated that he was 'very honest' with Marvel Studios Animation about his OnlyFans work. DeMayo also expressed feeling like a 'DEI hire,' suggesting he believed his position was influenced by diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The situation has drawn attention as part of ongoing discussions about workplace culture and representation in the entertainment industry. DeMayo's comments come nearly two years after he filed a lawsuit against Marvel, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding his departure from the show.
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