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Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Cast, Characters and Actors

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Name:
Drax
Superhero Alias:
Drax the Destroyer
Actor:
Dave Bautista
Powers:
Kylosian Physiology
Superhuman strength
Enhanced durability
First Appearance:
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
Every Appearance:
Guardians of the Galaxy
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Endgame
Thor: Love and Thunder
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Next Appearance:
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3


 
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