A lighthearted video of actress Isabela Merced—who will play Hawkgirl in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman (2025)—recently went viral on social media. In the clip, Merced can be seen jokingly debating whether a strange sound came from an animal or a person, showcasing her playful and relatable personality.
As excitement builds for her DCEU debut, this candid moment adds a refreshing, human side to her rising fame. Watch the full clip below.
🎉 Fun Facts About Isabela Merced
- She’s Queer and Proud: Isabela identifies as queer and advocates for LGBTQ+ visibility in media. She’s spoken openly about her identity and supports authentic representation on screen.
- Broadway at Age 10: She debuted in the musical Evita on Broadway, performing entirely in Spanish alongside Ricky Martin at just 10 years old.
- She Builds Playlists for Every Character: For roles like in Turtles All the Way Down, she creates playlists to emotionally connect with her characters.
- Also a Musician: Isabela sings, writes music, and plays the ukulele. Her EP The Better Half of Me released in 2020.
- Acting Helped Her Heal: Her career began after her family’s house burned down—acting became a way to rebuild emotionally.
- Spanish First: She learned English later in life and says she feels “more Peruvian than American.”
- Stage Name Tribute: “Merced” honors her late grandmother, although her birth name is Isabela Moner.