John DiMaggio retweets Futurama fans concerned his Bender role will be recast in Hulu revival

Variety

In reporting on Futurama's Hulu reboot, Variety noted that DiMaggio was the only main cast member not attached and that "producers are hopeful DiMaggio will return. Should that not happen, Bender will be recast." In the 24 hours since the Futurama revival announcement, "DiMaggio has used social media to champion the many fans who are upset over his potential recasting in the reboot," reports Variety, including retweeting Futurama fans threatening to boycott the reboot. “Hulu should just pay DiMaggio, love Futurama but Bender is the face of the show," one fan wrote in a tweet that DiMaggio retweeted. While DiMaggio hasn't commented on contract negotiations, he did tweet the following message to fans hours after the reboot’s announcement: “Thanks for the concern and the props, everyone. I really appreciate it. Don’t worry, I’ll keep you posted, but until then… CHEESE IT!”