HENRY CAVILL TAGGED 35 SUPERHERO STARS… AND ONLY JASON MOMOA SHOWED UP! The Internet’s Funniest Superhero Ghosting Moment Resurfaces
In the ever-chaotic world of Hollywood social media, where celebrities tag, like, and ghost each other daily, one wholesome yet hilariously underwhelming moment has resurfaced to steal hearts all over again: Henry Cavill’s epic 2017 National Superhero Day shout-out that tagged 35 Marvel and DC stars—and received exactly one reply. That lone responder? Jason Momoa, proving once more why the Aquaman star is the internet’s favorite wholesome giant.
The post, originally shared by Cavill on Instagram back on April 28, 2017 (National Superhero Day), was a genuine love letter from the Man of Steel himself. Fresh off his run as Superman in the DCEU and riding high on fan adoration, Cavill took to his feed to celebrate the broader superhero community. In a heartfelt caption, he wrote something along the lines of: “Fly your colours today brothers and sisters. It’s National Superhero Day! Personally just want to thank all of you guys and gals for keeping us so entertained and setting such a fantastic example for superhero fans, young and old, around the world.”
What followed was a massive tag dump: he @-ed heavy hitters from both rival franchises. Marvel side included Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), Chris Evans (Captain America), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Mark Ruffalo (Hulk), Chris Pratt (Star-Lord), Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool), and more. On the DC end: Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Ben Affleck (Batman), Ezra Miller (The Flash), Jason Momoa (Aquaman), Margot Robbie (Harley Quinn), and others. The list stretched to around 35 names, a bold move bridging the infamous Marvel-DC divide in a rare display of crossover unity.
Cavill, ever the passionate geek (known for his Warhammer obsession and genuine fandom), clearly poured heart into it. He wasn’t just name-dropping for clout—he was thanking the actors who embodied the heroes he’d loved since childhood. Fans expected an avalanche of replies: hearts, emojis, maybe even playful banter between rival heroes. After all, this was peak superhero-movie era—Avengers: Infinity War and Justice League were dominating headlines.
But crickets. Silence from almost everyone. No likes from Downey Jr., no cheeky comment from Reynolds, no patriotic emoji from Evans. The post sat there, a digital high-five left hanging.
Then, one reply popped up: Jason Momoa, tagging back with a simple, warm “Following your lead brother. Love ya.” Accompanied by a heart emoji or two (depending on the screenshot), it was short, sweet, and genuine. In that moment, the Aquaman star became the unlikely hero of the story.
Fast-forward to 2026, and the anecdote has resurfaced across Instagram, Threads, Reddit, Facebook, and X, sparking fresh waves of laughter and affection. Posts from fan pages like Movie Magick, Let’s Talk Movies, and others recirculate old screenshots with captions like “Henry Cavill tagged 35 Marvel & DC stars… and only Jason Momoa replied 😂🦸♂️” or “The only one who showed up!” Comments sections light up with fans declaring Momoa “the realest,” “a national treasure,” and “the only one with manners.” Others joke about the rest being “too cool” or “on delivered,” while many praise Cavill’s humility and Momoa’s loyalty.
The charm lies in the contrast: Cavill, often seen as the stoic, chivalrous type, reaching out with pure enthusiasm—and getting ghosted by nearly the entire A-list superhero roster. Momoa’s response stands out even more because he and Cavill shared the DC family (Aquaman and Superman crossed paths in Justice League). It felt like brotherly solidarity amid the franchise rivalry.
Social media in Hollywood is indeed wild. Actors juggle massive followings, PR teams, and endless notifications—yet this tiny interaction reminds everyone that behind the capes and CGI are real people who appreciate a kind word. Cavill’s post highlighted the camaraderie he wished existed more openly between Marvel and DC casts, while Momoa’s reply proved that sometimes one genuine connection means more than a flood of likes.
Years later, the moment endures as a wholesome meme: proof that even superstars can feel the sting of being left on read, and that true “heroes” show up when it counts—even if it’s just with a quick comment. Fans continue to celebrate it as peak internet gold—hilarious, heartwarming, and a reminder that in a world of filtered perfection, authenticity (and Jason Momoa) always wins.
So next National Superhero Day (April 28), raise a glass to Henry for the bold tag, to Jason for the loyalty, and to the rest for… well, keeping us entertained in their own silent way. Social media may be chaotic, but moments like this make it fun.
