Anthony Mackie Reveals Who He Would Kick Out Of The 'Avengers' Group Chat

Captain America himself, Anthony Mackie, isn’t afraid to stir the pot when it comes to his MCU co-stars.

In a recent appearance on "First We Feast"’s Hot Ones, Anthony Mackie shared who he’d boot from the "Avengers"' group chat.

While answering a question from his "Brave New World" co-star Danny Ramirez, Mackie didn’t hesitate to name Paul Rudd as his first choice. But his reasoning wasn’t about dislike; instead, it was about Rudd’s deceptively sharp wit.

"Paul Rudd. He's condescending in a smart way, so there's no way to get back at him. So he'll tell you something and you don't realize it is an insult until you're off the chat. And then there's no way to come back to it. He just has dismantled you."

Mackie also added Don Cheadle to the list, though his comments were all in good fun.

He praised Cheadle for his support, especially after attending the "Captain America: Brave New World" premiere to congratulate him.

"Actually, he and Don Cheadle I would kick out of the chat," Mackie joked. "You know the best thing about the Marvel world, the Marvel universe. It's like siblings... like going to camp. So everybody chimes in and makes sure that you're supported. It meant a lot to me, Don Cheadle came to the ['Captain America: Brave New World'] premiere to tell me congratulations."

Ramirez, playing along with the banter, quipped, "He didn't say sh-t to me."

Mackie, ever the charismatic storyteller, defended his bond with Cheadle, noting, "I've known him twenty-two years!"

Sebastian Stanand Anthony Mackie have been fan-favorite co-stars for years, but it turns out their off-screen friendship is just as strong as their on-screen chemistry.

In a recent interview with Variety, Stan confessed that he misses working with Mackie, his co-star from "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." While discussing his upcoming film "Thunderbolts," the 2024 Golden Globe winner couldn’t help but reflect on the absence of his longtime MCU scene partner.

"Let me tell you, it was a much quieter year for me because I didn’t see Anthony Mackie," Stan joked. "So, I’ll say that. Although I miss Anthony Mackie like daily, and it’s something I don’t like to admit."

Stan and Mackie have shared the screen as Bucky Barnes ("The Winter Soldier") and Sam Wilson ("The Falcon") since "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" in 2014. Their dynamic evolved in the 2021 Disney+ series, "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," where Mackie’s Wilson officially took up the mantle of Captain America following the events of "Avengers: Endgame."

Beyond Stan, Mackie also shares strong connections with Chris Evans and Tom Holland, often poking fun at both stars in interviews while maintaining a clear respect and admiration for his colleagues.

Stan and Mackie aren’t the only Marvel duo with an enviable friendship. Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston, who play Thor and Loki in the MCU, have also developed a strong bond over the years.

Back in 2013, while promoting "Thor: The Dark World," Hemsworth spoke about his connection with Hiddleston, telling Metro, "From the beginning, we were lucky, we just had a chemistry and the same kind of enthusiasm."

Hiddleston, always the charismatic one, wrapped an arm around Hemsworth and declared, "I love you, man," to which Hemsworth playfully responded, "I love you."

Their camaraderie continued in another interview with On Demand Entertainment, where Hemsworth jokingly declared himself Hiddleston’s biggest fan.

"I lead his fan base. I'm the founding member of that one," Hemsworth quipped, proving that their brotherly banter extends beyond the big screen.

Mark Ruffalo and Robert Downey Jr. share a strong friendship both on and off the screen, with Ruffalo recently opening up about how much their bond means to him.

During a Reddit AMA, the "Avengers" star reflected on his relationship with Downey Jr., describing him as the older brother he always wished he had. "We have a really good friendship. We've known each other since before Zodiac. And he's kind of like an older brother that I wish I had," Ruffalo shared.

Their connection extends beyond just casual friendship—Downey Jr. played a pivotal role in Ruffalo joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. When Ruffalo was hesitant about taking on the role of Bruce Banner/The Hulk in The Avengers, it was Downey Jr. who helped ease his nerves.

"I reached out to him, I was nervous about it," Ruffalo recalled. "I said, 'I don't know if I can do this,' and he said, 'It's alright buddy, I gotcha.'”

Ruffalo and Downey Jr. played close friends in the Avengers films, and their real-life bond mirrors their on-screen chemistry. Whether it's supporting each other’s careers or offering words of encouragement, their friendship has stood the test of time, making them one of the most beloved duos in the Marvel franchise.