Gambit, the X-Men’s perennially roguish rajin’ Cajun, has been confirmed for a future X-Men film (rumored to be The Age of Apocalypse), and Channing Tatum will be bringing him to life. This confirms some long-standing rumors that Tatum had a hankering to play Gambit, and also makes it clear that Fox is looking to play the long game with their X-Men franchise. Producer Lauren Shuler Donner confirmed the rumors, sayig “He’s a rogue, he’s a rascal, just like Remy LeBeau. He can handle the action, as we know, and he’s got a real good heart, I know him personally.” Yes, Ms. Donner, but can Channing Tatum deal cards? Anyone who knows Gambit know he’s got to be able to deal cards …
