The Inde Navarrette career has moved quickly in 2026. The actor was a regular on Superman & Lois, then starred as Nikki in the horror hit Obsession, and on August 14, 2026, Marvel announced her as Rogue in its X-Men reboot.
She is also set to host Saturday Night Live on October 31, 2026. This guide covers her path step by step and flags where sources disagree, including how her last name is spelled.
Quick answers
- Born: March 3, 2001, in Tucson, Arizona, per Wikipedia, which cites Elle and People en Español.
- Breakout film: Obsession (TIFF premiere September 5, 2025; U.S. release May 15, 2026).
- Marvel role: Rogue in the X-Men reboot, announced August 14, 2026, with a May 2028 release (AP).
- SNL: hosts the October 31, 2026 episode, with Gracie Abrams as musical guest (Variety).
Who Is Inde Navarrette? Name, Age, and Background
According to Wikipedia, she was born Danielle Fabiola Navarrette, grew up mainly in Visalia, California, and was nicknamed “Inde” by her mother because of her independent streak. That would make her 25 as of October 2026. Her last name appears as both “Navarrette” and “Navarette” in coverage. The Associated Press corrected its story to Navarrette, so we use that spelling.
Early Career: Inde Navarrette Before Obsession
Wikipedia lists these early credits:
| Year | Project | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Denton’s Death Date (Snapchat series) | Main role, 10 episodes |
| 2020 | 13 Reasons Why, season 4 | Recurring, 9 episodes |
| 2021 to 2024 | Superman & Lois | Main role, 47 episodes |
| 2025 | Trap House | Film, role of Teresa Flores |
Wikipedia, citing Variety and Deadline, says she signed with Creative Artists Agency in February 2021. It also says she left Superman & Lois as a regular for season 4 because of budget cuts, but the page has internal inconsistencies about her character’s name and casting dates, so we leave those details out.
How Inde Navarrette Landed Obsession
Obsession was written and directed by Curry Barker and stars Navarrette as Nikki, opposite Michael Johnston as Bear. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 5, 2025, and Focus Features released it in the U.S. on May 15, 2026. For the full story of how the film was made and sold, read our guide to Curry Barker’s career.
Barker told Inverse he held charades sessions with the cast to build trust and was willing to “make a fool of myself” to match Navarrette’s vulnerability. We did not find a report describing her audition.
Obsession Box Office and Reviews
Bloody Disgusting reported that Obsession reached $501.6 million worldwide by August 24, 2026. Wikipedia lists a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score and says critics praised her emotional vulnerability and physical intensity, citing Variety’s Guy Lodge. Wikipedia also lists a best-performance award in Seattle and a Critics Choice Super Award for best actress in a horror movie. Those award entries come from Wikipedia alone, so confirm them before quoting.
Is Inde Navarrette in the X-Men Movie? The Rogue Casting
Yes. The Associated Press reported that Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige announced her as Rogue on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Disney’s D23 convention in Anaheim, California.
| Detail | Reported fact (AP) |
|---|---|
| Director | Jake Schreier |
| Writers | Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo |
| Release | May 2028 |
| Other cast | Adam Driver (Mister Sinister), Christopher Abbott (Professor X), Maya Boyd (Storm), Samara Weaving (Emma Frost), Kit Connor (Cyclops), Sadie Sink (Jean Grey) |
AP also said her casting had been heavily rumored. A day earlier, 3DVF had reported her remarks on Variety’s “Up Next” podcast that she had met with Schreier, that Mystique “has always been super cool,” and that Marvel had not confirmed casting talks with her. That was before the announcement.
Inde Navarrette on SNL: Date and Details
Variety reported that Saturday Night Live season 52 includes Navarrette as host of the Halloween episode on October 31, 2026, with Gracie Abrams as musical guest. Variety’s schedule at the time also listed Jalen Brunson (September 26), Dakota Johnson (October 3), and Shane Gillis (October 10) as hosts. Dates can change, so check NBC closer to the show.
What Comes Next for Navarrette
Beyond X-Men and SNL, Wikipedia lists other projects, including The Waffle House Index, but it contradicts its own citations on the distributor, so we do not give details. Check official announcements before relying on any of them.
What Her Rise Shows (Our Analysis)
This is our reading. Navarrette worked steadily for years in series and short-form projects, then one lead role in an independent film changed her visibility. A breakout like this is hard to plan for, and it depended on a film that outperformed nearly every expectation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Inde Navarrette?
She was born on March 3, 2001, per Wikipedia, so she is 25 as of October 2026.
What movies has Inde Navarrette been in?
Obsession (2025/2026) and Trap House (2025), among others, per Wikipedia.
Is Inde Navarrette in the X-Men movie?
Yes, as Rogue, announced August 14, 2026. The film is scheduled for May 2028.
When does Inde Navarrette host SNL?
October 31, 2026, with Gracie Abrams as musical guest.
Is Inde Navarrette nominated for an Oscar?
Not as of October 12, 2026. Oscar nominations are announced on January 21, 2027; see our Oscars 2027 dates guide.
Who directed Obsession?
Curry Barker.
What is Inde Navarrette’s net worth?
We could not find a reliable figure, so we do not publish one.
Inde Navarrette Career: Summary
Inde Navarrette moved from 13 Reasons Why and Superman & Lois to the lead role in Obsession, which earned about $501.6 million worldwide. Marvel announced her as Rogue on August 14, 2026, and she hosts SNL on October 31, 2026. Some of her biography and award details come from Wikipedia alone.
