The 'Shazam!' actor reportedly owes money to the Internal Revenue Service after having difficult year due to the failure of his second DC superhero movie.
- Apr 7, 2024
AceShowbiz - Zachary Levi, the star of DC's "Shazam!" franchise, has found himself embroiled in financial woes amid social media controversies.
In Touch has exclusively confirmed that Levi owes $6,898.00 in tax debt to the state of Oklahoma, dating back to April 18, 2023. The debt remains active as of the time of publication.
Additionally, Levi has faced criticism for his controversial views expressed on social media. In January 2023, he expressed support for an anti-Pfizer stance, drawing ire from those who believed the comment hinted at an anti-vaccine status.
Levi's latest film, "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," underperformed at the box office compared to its predecessor. Levi attributed the decline to insufficient marketing.
"It's disappointing to not be doing as well as I think we should or deserve to be, because I really think we made a really great movie. But, you know, s**t happens. I don't know. I'm trusting in the bosses above me that they're doing whatever they need to do to remedy the situation."
In August 2023, Levi sparked further controversy at the Chicago Fan Expo when he urged fans to "actively not choose" movies they considered "garbage." He criticized the lack of effort Hollywood often puts into making quality films, suggesting that many trailers mislead audiences.
Despite the setbacks, Levi has maintained a positive attitude. He has expressed gratitude for his fans and acknowledged that the success of any film can be unpredictable. He has also emphasized the importance of humor and escapism in comic book movies, urging fans to embrace the fun and silliness that the genre was originally known for.
