James Gunn debunked a claim about how much Vin Diessel made for playing Groot in the MCU.

James Gunndebunked a claim about how muchVin Dieselis paid for his salary to playGrootin theMCU.

Could Guardians 3 See a Goodbye to Groot?

Groot in Guardians of the Galaxy 3

WithGuardians of the Galaxy Vol.

3beingan endpointfor the Guardians in some form, it may be the last time Diesel voices the lovable tree.

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James Gunn Sets the Record Straight on ‘Alpha Groot’ In Guardians 3

3hits theaters on Friday, May 5.

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