Marvel is set to introduce the first transgender character, a studio boss has confirmed.

During a Q&A at the New York Film Academy, Kevin Fiege said they will debut in a forthcoming film that is currently in production.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been frequently criticised in the past for its lack of LGBTQ representation, and asked about the possibility of them introducing a specifically trans character, Fiege replied: Yes, absolutely yes.

He added: Very soon, in a movie were shooting right now, yes.

While Fiege did not elaborate further, fans have noted that The Eternals is currently at the shooting stage.