Almost! Idris Elba played a character in “Thor” in the 2010s, it caused a stir then ;)
Heimdahlr. Not Thor... But yes, having Idris play HEIMDAHLR THE WHITEST GOD, was a deliberate thumb in the eye. In Norse mythology, he was literally known for being the palest albino in the pantheon.
... and I LIKE Idris as an actor.