The Nerdist article speculates that the Marvel character Songbird (Melissa "Mel" Gold) might already be a secret member of the MCU's Thunderbolts, potentially being the "Mel" Yelena Belova mentioned working with under Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine's direction in the 

Here are the key points of the theory:

1. Yelena's Mention: In Hawkeye, Yelena refers to a "Mel" she worked with, implying another operative under Val's purview.
2. Comic Book Significance: Songbird (formerly Screaming Mimi) is a foundational member of the Thunderbolts in the comics, known for her powerful sonic abilities and a significant redemption arc. Her real name is Melissa Gold, making "Mel" a natural nickname.
3. Power Set Gap: The current announced Thunderbolts lineup (Yelena, Bucky, US Agent, Taskmaster, Red Guardian, Ghost) lacks a member with truly distinct, non-physical superpowers. Songbird's sonic manipulation would fill this gap and offer unique visual potential.
4. Thematic Fit: Songbird's journey from villain to hero perfectly aligns with the Thunderbolts' core theme of redemption.
5. Subtle Introduction: Introducing her as an already existing, off-screen operative would be a clever way to integrate a key character without needing a full origin story beforehand.
6. Addressing a Misconception: The article notes that while Florence Pugh (Yelena) once posted an image with a chair labeled "Mel," this was likely for her makeup artist, Melแค่ผิวเผิน (Melanie Lenihan), and not a character reveal. The theory primarily hinges on the Hawkeye dialogue.

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