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Blair Witch Actress Clarifies Reboot Involvement

Updated 2026-06-12 21:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Heather Donahue, formerly known as Heather Donahue of the Blair Witch Project fame, has clarified that she is not participating in a reboot. She prioritized preserving her autonomy over reimagining the franchise.

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‘Blair Witch Project’s Heather Donahue Clarifies She’s “Not Participating” In Reboot: “Preserving My Autonomy Mattered More”

After more than 25 years of reluctantly being the face of the franchise, the actress formerly known as Heather Donahue is prioritizing her image over a Blair Witch return. With a reimagining in the works at Lionsgate and Blumhouse, Donahue (who currently goes by Rei Hance) explained why she is ̶

2026-06-12 21:15 UTC