Marvel has a new face we think deserves a closer look, and no, we’re not just talking about his cheekbones. Enter Ruaridh Mollica, the bisexual actor stepping into the role of Tommy Maximoff in VisionQuest. He’s got the talent, the looks, and the kind of queer representation that makes this casting even more exciting. Gays, let’s get acquainted!
So, Who Is Ruaridh Mollica?
First things first, his full name is Ruaridh Silvio James MacGillivray-Mollica. Yes, that’s quite the mouthful, but we’ll happily take our time learning it.
The 26-year-old Scottish-Italian actor is also a writer and director, making him more than just another pretty face on our screens. Before joining the Marvel universe, Mollica made waves starring as Max Williamson in Mikko Mäkelä’s 2024 film Sebastian, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. His performance earned him a British Independent Film Award nomination, so the talent is very much there.
And here’s a fun little plot twist: before acting took over, Mollica graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2021 with a degree in computer science. He even considered pursuing a master’s in cybersecurity before landing a role in the series Red Rose. From cybersecurity to the screen? Talk about a career pivot we can get behind.
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A Queer Journey Worth Celebrating
The actor has spoken openly about his sexuality, identifying as bisexual while saying he generally prefers the term queer. In interviews, he’s shared how moving from Edinburgh to London gave him more freedom to explore his identity and embrace himself openly.
Speaking to Queerty in 2024, he explained that it was only after moving to London that he realized he was attracted to men, too. He later described his journey of coming out alongside the making and release of Sebastian as a beautiful experience.
Ruaridh Mollica in Sebastien (2024) https://t.co/Dp9tmpeiuk
— Victor 🎃 (@Ghcstfilms) October 14, 2026
Now, with VisionQuest, that personal journey connects with his work in another meaningful way. Mollica has acknowledged feeling represented by Tommy Maximoff’s bisexuality, making the role especially significant.
visionquest putting ruaridh mollica in glasses i just fell to my knees lorddd https://t.co/dGoVHyPEEI
— ★ (@POPin4k) October 14, 2026
Tommy Maximoff Has Entered the Chat
Previously portrayed as a child by Jett Klyne, Tommy is growing into a new chapter in the Marvel universe, with Mollica taking on the character in VisionQuest.
For queer Marvel fans, seeing a bisexual actor play a bisexual character adds another layer to the excitement. It’s not just about getting another handsome face in the franchise; it’s about having queer identities represented by people who understand them personally.
So, remember the name Ruaridh Mollica. He’s bringing talent, queer visibility, and a fresh face to Marvel, and something tells us this won’t be the last time we’re talking about him.