Like a thunderclap across Hell’s Kitchen, Vincent D’Onofrio’s recent defense of the original Daredevil
series sent shockwaves through the fandom. The actor, whose Kingpin towers over Marvel’s crime underworld, did not hesitate to shield the creative architect who built Wilson Fisk’s empire from the ground up. In an age where online critics attack with impunity, D’Onofrio stood firm, channeling Kingpin’s unwavering resolve to protect the visionary whose dedication transformed comic panels into unforgettable television history.
Like Wilson Fisk crushing his enemies, Vincent D’Onofrio smashed the backlash, defending the scribe who gave Daredevil
its soul because, true legacy is not just survival, it is loyalty that outlasts reboots.
Vincent D’Onofrio slams trolls defending Daredevil writer
The man behind the menacing Wilson Fisk is not pulling punches in the real world either. When internet trolls took aim at the 2015 show’s writing team, Vincent D’Onofrio swooped in with Kingpin-like decisiveness. “He was my fav writer for season one. He ran the show. He was excellent at it
,” he declared, effectively silencing the naysayers. This digital showdown highlights D’Onofrio’s loyalty to the creative foundation that made both the Netflix series and Daredevil: Born Again
possible, proving some bonds transcend studio transitions.
He was my fav writer for season one.
He ran the show. He was excellent at it. Source.— Vincent D’Onofrio (@vincentdonofrio) March 30, 2025
The timing of this defense could not be more poignant as fans dissect Daredevil’s
evolving fighting style since joining the MCU’s grand tapestry. While some celebrate Daredevil: The Man Without Fear’s newfound acrobatic flair as a comic-accurate evolution, others recognize the Netflix era’s financial handcuffs that kept Matt Murdock’s abilities somewhat grounded. Showrunner Steven DeKnight himself acknowledged budget constraints hampered their action ambitions, yet Vincent D’Onofrio’s passionate defense reminded fans that greatness often emerges from creative limitations.
Just as Vincent D’Onofrio threw punches online to defend Daredevil’s
legacy, Daredevil: Born Again
throws Kingpin into the ring
, only this time, digital armor replaces fists, and New York’s elite block his blows with smug smiles.
Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin faces vulnerability in Daredevil: Born Again showdown
Daredevil: Born Again
continues honoring its predecessor’s legacy while pushing Kingpin into uncharted territory, especially in Episode 6’s fundraiser showdown. The typically imposing Mayor Fisk finds himself uncharacteristically vulnerable as New York’s elite, including Tony Dalton’s slick Jack Duquesne, challenge his port project and political legitimacy. This rare moment of powerlessness reveals Kingpin suddenly stripped of his usual intimidation tactics, standing awkwardly among those born into privilege rather than those who seized it through force.
The fight scenes in Born Again are INCREDIBLE, episode 6 was awesome #Daredevil #DaredevilBornAgain pic.twitter.com/JBra94S5zD
— RaFe 🍂 (@RaFe_Tano) March 26, 2025
This fascinating character evolution marks uncharted waters for Vincent D’Onofrio’s typically unstoppable crime lord. Unlike street thugs who cower before his rage, these high-society sharks attack with checkbooks and social influence, weapons Fisk cannot simply crush with his massive hands. This narrative pivot brilliantly sets up potential storylines where Kingpin must reinvent himself against opponents who play by entirely different rules, possibly foreshadowing his presidential ambitions as he learns to conquer political landscapes beyond New York’s boroughs.
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