Archive · 20 May 2025
Galactus's Resemblance to NBA Coach Jeff Van Gundy Goes Viral
The internet is buzzing about the new Fantastic Four movie, but not for the reasons Marvel expected.
People are pointing out that the villain Galactus looks a lot like NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy!
After the first look at Galactus was released, people started sharing pictures comparing the two.
Galactus, played by Ralph Ineson, is a planet-eating cosmic being, while Van Gundy is a coach for the Los Angeles Clippers.
The resemblance has become a big talking point ahead of the movie's release.
The movie, directed by Matt Shakman, will kick off Phase Six of the MCU.
Fans noticed a resemblance between Galactus and NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy.
The comparison went viral on social media.
Ralph Ineson plays Galactus in Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Jeff Van Gundy is the assistant coach for the Los Angeles Clippers.
Fantastic Four: First Steps is part of the MCU's Phase Six.
- Who
- Fans and social media users
- What
- Fans pointed out an uncanny resemblance between Galactus and NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy.
- When
- Following the first look reveal of Galactus in Fantastic Four: First Steps.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Fans noticed the resemblance between the character Galactus and Jeff Van Gundy.
- Movie Title
- Fantastic Four: First Steps
- Galactus Actor
- Ralph Ineson
- NBA Coach
- Jeff Van Gundy
- Van Gundy's Current Team
- Los Angeles Clippers
- Movie Director
- Matt Shakman