Paige Spiranac sends message to Street Fighter film producers as fans spot issue
April 17, 2026
Paige Spiranac has shared a cheeky message with the producers of the upcoming Street Fighter movie - showing off her drop-dead looks while cosplaying
Following the recent trailer release for the upcoming "Street Fighter" movie, social media influencer and former professional golfer Paige Spiranac has publicly reached out to the film's producers. In a message posted to her social media, Spiranac suggested she would have been a good fit for the role of Cammy, a popular character from the video game franchise. She shared a photo of herself dressed in the character's iconic green leotard and red beret, an outfit she had previously worn for Halloween, with the caption, "They should've asked me to be Cammy." The post quickly garnered attention from her extensive online following.
The new "Street Fighter" film, produced by Legendary Entertainment and Capcom, is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 16, 2026. Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the movie is a reboot of the film series and is set in 1993. The story follows estranged fighters Ryu and Ken, who are recruited for the World Warrior Tournament and uncover a dangerous conspiracy. A new trailer launched this week, showcasing a star-studded cast that includes Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, and revealed a highly stylized, neon-heavy aesthetic that has generated considerable buzz among fans.
Spiranac's connection to the "Street Fighter" universe stems from her history of cosplaying as the character Cammy, a tribute she first shared in 2022. Known for her large social media presence after transitioning from a golf career, Spiranac has previously ventured into acting with a role in the film "Happy Gilmore 2." While her message to the "Street Fighter" producers was received with enthusiasm by many of her followers, it also drew scrutiny. One observer commented on her cosplay photo, questioning whether one of her legs had been digitally retouched, claiming it did not appear natural.
Despite Spiranac's bid for the part, the role of Cammy has already been cast. Australian actress Mel Jarnson is set to portray the British special forces operative in the upcoming film. The movie's production has been moving forward with a diverse ensemble cast that brings many of the game's iconic characters to the big screen for the first time since the 1994 adaptation and its 2009 successor.
The trailer's debut has sparked a wider conversation among the franchise's dedicated fanbase. Many have praised the film's apparently "silly" and "camp" tone, viewing it as an embrace of the video game's more absurd elements. However, others have expressed concern that this approach may not treat the source material with sufficient seriousness, fearing it might prioritize fan service over a sincere narrative. As the October 2026 release date approaches, audience anticipation will continue to build, with discussions likely to persist around the film's nostalgic 1990s setting and its over-the-top cinematic style.
Source: dailystar