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Ryan Rodney Reynolds (born October 23, 1976) is a Canadian and American actor, entrepreneur and film producer. Known for starring in comedic and superhero films, he was the world's second-highest-paid actor in 2020 and 2024. Reynolds has received numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, as well as nominations for two Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. His films as a leading actor have grossed $6.6 billion worldwide.

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Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, Reynolds began acting at the age of thirteen, taking on small roles in various television series. He had his first lead role in the teen soap opera Hillside (1991–1993) then played the lead role in the sitcom Two Guys and a Girl (1998–2001). Reynolds later starred in a range of films, including the commercially successful romantic comedies National Lampoon's Van Wilder (2002), Waiting... (2005), and The Proposal (2009), the critically unsuccessful superhero films Blade: Trinity (2004), X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), and Green Lantern (2011), and the biographical drama Woman in Gold (2015).

Reynolds achieved his greatest commercial success with the Deadpool franchise, starring as the titular character in Deadpool (2016), Deadpool 2 (2018), and Deadpool & Wolverine (2024). His performance in the first received a Golden Globe nomination, while the lattermost emerged as his highest-grossing release. He has since appeared in the sci-fi horror Life (2017), and action films like 6 Underground (2019), Free Guy (2021), and The Adam Project (2022). Reynolds has also lent his voice to animated films, including The Croods franchise (2013–2020), Turbo (2013), and the animated character Pikachu in Detective Pikachu (2019).

In 2017, Time included Reynolds in its list of the 100 most influential people in the world. He was named People's Sexiest Man Alive in 2010, and was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. A businessman, he holds an ownership stake in Mint Mobile and is a co-owner of Welsh soccer club Wrexham; the latter is documented in the Emmy Award-winning television series Welcome to Wrexham (2022–present). Divorced from actress Scarlett Johansson, Reynolds has been married to Blake Lively since 2012; he has four children with the latter.

Early life and education

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Reynolds attended Kitsilano Secondary School (pictured in 2008).

Ryan Rodney Reynolds[1][2] was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, on October 23, 1976.[3][4][5] His father, James Chester Reynolds, served as a Royal Canadian Mounted Policeman before retiring and transitioning to work as a foods wholesaler.[6][7] His mother, Tamara Lee (née Stewart), worked in retail sales.[8][9] Reynolds has three older brothers and has described himself not as a younger brother to them, but a "moving target" due to his brothers often getting physical, and him being unable to retaliate.[10] He has also shared that his brothers "protected him" from their father, with whom he had a complex and somewhat estranged relationship.[10][6] Reynolds's paternal grandfather, Chester, was a farmer who represented Stettler in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1940 to 1944.[11] Reynolds is of Irish descent[12] and was raised Catholic in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood as well as in Vanier, Ontario (now part of Ottawa).[4][13][14]

Reynolds has been involved in acting since the age of thirteen.[15] As a teenager, he attended acting classes—which he failed—and briefly held a day job as a busboy at a restaurant, while also working night shifts at a local grocery store in Vancouver.[16][17][18] He described his co-workers in the latter as "the funniest people on Earth" and called them "some of my biggest impressions [...] as a performer".[17][19] Reynolds attended Prince of Wales Secondary School for grades nine and ten before getting expelled for stealing a teacher's car.[20][21] He attended grades eleven and twelve at Kitsilano Secondary School alongside actor Joshua Jackson, graduating in 1994.[22][23] Reynolds initially took on minor roles in various television series but became discouraged and left acting at nineteen to enroll at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. A few months later, he encountered fellow actor Chris William Martin, who encouraged him to give acting another chance and relocate with him to Los Angeles.[24][15]

Career

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1991–2003: Career beginnings

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Reynolds began his career in 1991 in the Canadian teen soap opera Hillside (1991–1993), which was distributed in the United States by Nickelodeon under the title Fifteen. He portrayed Billy Simpson—a character who turned to bullying to cope with family issues and romantic rejections.[25][26] He made his feature film debut in the coming-of-age drama Ordinary Magic (1993) by playing Jeffrey, an orphan raised in India, who is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi to go on a hunger strike in a small town in Canada.[27][28] Directed by Giles Walker, the film generally received both mixed and disappointing reviews; Variety's Paul Lenti thought that the script's "overall facile characterizations and predictable plot development detract from real tension".[28] Between 1993 and 1994, Reynolds took on the dual roles of Macro and Lee in the children's half-hour television series The Odyssey.[29]

In 1995, Reynolds made his first The Outer Limits appearance in "If These Walls Could Talk".[30] In 1996, Reynolds made cameo appearances in television shows The X-Files and The John Larroquette Show, playing in the episodes "Syzygy" and "Napping to Success", respectively.[31][32] That year, he co-starred with Melissa Joan Hart on the television film Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996)—based on the comic book series of the same name—in which he played the titular character's love interest, Seth.[33][34] Reynolds portrayed Bobby Rupp, the boyfriend of murdered teenager Nancy Clutter, in the two-part miniseries In Cold Blood (1996), an adaptation of Truman Capote's 1966 nonfiction novel of the same name.[35][36][37] He returned to feature films with the dark comedy The Alarmist (1997), portraying Howard, the teenage son of Gale (Kate Capshaw). After both are harmed at their home, Tommy (David Arquette) begins to suspect Heinrich's (Stanley Tucci) involvement.[38] The film received mainly negative reviews from critics.[39][40] Reynolds appeared twice more in The Outer Limits, playing the character Paul Nodel in episodes from 1997 and 1998.[41][42]

His breakthrough role was as medical student Michael "Berg" Bergen in Two Guys and a Girl (1998–2001; initially titled Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place).[43][44] Although the show was neither as critically or commercially successful as contemporary shows, Reynolds's performance received praise, with Variety—in a retrospective review—noting that his "talent and charisma [were] apparent" and that his "star quality was already in place".[45] He later took on the minor roles of Henry Lipschitz and Chip in the comedies Coming Soon (1999) and Dick (1999), respectively.[46][47] In the horror comedy Boltneck (2000), Reynolds starred as Karl, a bullied teenager who is killed and later revived by a "science nerd" named Frank Stein,[48][49] while he portrayed Quigley in the drama thriller Finder's Fee (2001).[50] He played the titular character in the romantic comedy National Lampoon's Van Wilder (2002), which was critically panned but achieved box office success.[51][52] Reynolds portrayed Mark Tobias in the commercially unsuccessful action comedy film The In-Laws (2003). In the film, he is about to marry Melissa (Lindsay Sloane), before her father finds out that Mark's father is a CIA operative.[53] He starred alongside Kristin Booth in William Phillips's heist film Foolproof (2003).[54]

2004–2009: Romantic comedies

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Reynolds had a cameo appearance as the nurse in Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004), which Entertainment Weekly described as a "single, though memorable scene".[55] Later that year, he made his voice acting debut in the animated television series Zeroman (2004), lending his voice to former secret agent Ty Cheese.[56][57] Reynolds played the role of Hannibal King in David S. Goyer's Blade: Trinity (2004), a vampire hunter who joins Blade (Wesley Snipes) and Abigail Whistler (Jessica Biel) to battle Dracula and the vampire clan.[58][59] To prepare for the role, Reynolds focused on gaining muscle mass, training six days a week and adhering to a 3,200-calorie diet. He gained 24 pounds (11 kg) of muscle in three months.[60][61] Despite being a success at the box office, grossing $132 million on a $65 million budget, the film was negatively received by critics.[62][63][64]

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Reynolds in 2007

Reynolds starred as George Lutz in the supernatural horror film The Amityville Horror (2005)—an adaptation of the 1977 novel and remake of the 1979 film of the same name.[65][66] He portrayed a man who moves into a supposedly haunted house with his wife, Kathy (Melissa George), and her children.[67] Collider's Shawn Van Horn liked his performance, stating that he was "funny and charming, but toned down, as if he's not performing for a camera".[68] Reynolds then starred as a charismatic waiter named Monty in Rob McKittrick's comedy Waiting... (2005).[69] In the romantic comedy Just Friends (2005), he played Chris Brander, an overweight high schooler trying to escape the "friend zone" with his best friend (Amy Smart), during a Christmas visit to his hometown.[70][71] To portray this character, he wore a fat suit and makeup.[72] He later played FBI agent Richard Messner in the crime action film Smokin' Aces (2006) alongside Ray Liotta.[73] In the science fiction film The Nines (2007), Reynolds played three distinct characters—Gary, Gavin, and Gabriel—in three separate storylines, exploring themes of reality, identity, and the nature of existence.[74][75]

In 2008, Reynolds played Frank Allen in Chaos Theory, directed by Marcos Siega.[76] He portrayed a highly disciplined efficiency expert whose marital crisis prompts a shift towards an unpredictable and spontaneous lifestyle.[77] Critics acknowledged Reynolds's performance even though the film itself received poor reception, with The Seattle Times commenting that he "has the sort of blandly dazzling [...] It's a fine performance; too bad it's lost in a muddled movie."[78] His next role was in the romantic comedy Definitely, Maybe (2008), in which he played Will Hayes, a man in the middle of divorce proceedings who is questioned by his daughter about how he and her mother first met.[79] In Fireflies in the Garden (2008), he portrayed a successful novelist who comes back to his Midwestern family, only to discover that his mother has died in a car accident.[80]

Reynolds starred in Greg Mottola's romantic comedy Adventureland (2009), in which he played Mike Connell, a technician and part-time musician, with whom Em (Kristen Stewart) is having an affair.[81] The film was praised by many critics;[82] Collider retrospectively called his performance one of the most underrated of his career.[83] He later played the role of Wade Wilson / Deadpool / Weapon XI in the superhero film X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009).[84][85] As early as 2005, Reynolds had expressed interest in and involvement with a potential Deadpool film adaptation, again collaborating with Goyer.[86] The film received mixed but generally negative reviews from critics; Reynolds himself described developing it as a "frustrating experience", arguing that "it's the wrong version [...] Deadpool isn't correct in it".[87][88][89] Reynolds starred as Andrew Paxton in Anne Fletcher's commercially successful romantic comedy The Proposal (2009).[90] Critics praised the on-screen chemistry between Reynolds and co-star Sandra Bullock.[91][92] He played Captain Excellent in the negatively-received comedy drama film Paper Man (2009).[93][94]

2010–2015: Genre experimentation and career fluctuations

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In 2010, he made a guest appearance on the children's television show Sesame Street.[95] Reynolds's only film role that year was in the Spanish and American survival thriller film Buried (2010), directed by Rodrigo Cortés.[96][97] He played the role of Paul Conroy, an American truck driver in Iraq who finds himself buried alive in a coffin and must find a way to escape.[98] Buried garnered significant commendation from critics, with a segment of Rotten Tomatoes' consensus noting it as a "nerve-wracking display of [...] Reynolds' talent".[98] He played the titular character in Martin Campbell's superhero film Green Lantern (2011).[99] The film was a critical and commercial failure, underperforming at the box office and receiving negative reviews.[100][101][102][103] Reynolds played Mitch Planko in David Dobkin's romantic comedy The Change-Up (2011).[104][105] The film received negative reviews,[106] but both Reynolds and co-star Jason Bateman received praise by Rolling Stone's for their performances.[103][107] Reynolds executive-produced and narrated the documentary film The Whale (2011).[108]

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Reynolds at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival

In 2012, Reynolds starred alongside Denzel Washington in the action thriller Safe House, directed by Daniel Espinosa.[109] Set in Cape Town, South Africa, Reynolds played Matt Weston, a CIA agent. His safe house is breached by mercenaries after Tobin Frost (Washington) is captured, forcing them to escape and find another house.[110] While the film received mixed reviews,[111] some critics praised Reynolds's performance, with The Hollywood Reporter describing it as "surprisingly well acted"[112] and IGN highlighting it as a "terrific performance that is sure to be a highlight in his [...] career".[113] He made a cameo appearance as Jared in the comedy Ted (2012).[114] In 2013, Reynolds had starring voice roles in two DreamWorks Animation feature films. The first was in The Croods, in which he voiced Guy, an inventive teenage caveboy who lives with his pet sloth, Belt.[115][116] The second was in Turbo, where he portrayed the titular protagonist, a garden snail who gains superspeed during a street race and dreams of becoming a champion in the Indianapolis 500 and 24 Hours of Le Mans.[117][118]

Reynolds played Nick Walker in R.I.P.D. (2013), a detective murdered by his partner.[119] The film was a box-office bomb and was panned by critics; Rotten Tomatoes' consensus agreed that it was "too dim-witted and formulaic to satisfy".[120][121] He took on several roles in the horror comedy film The Voices (2014), starring as Jerry Hickfang, a factory worker with schizophrenia who hears voices from his pet dog and cat, both of whom he also voiced.[122][123] In 2020, Reynolds described the film as "one of my favorite movies I've ever done [...] never really got its day in court, but man, it's weird and fun and beautiful".[124] In the psychological thriller The Captive (2014), he portrayed Matthew, a father who is determined to locate his nine-year-old daughter who has been missing for eight years, after police discover a clue on the Internet.[125][126] The Captive generally received negative reception,[127] with Vanity Fair describing it as "[director] Atom Egoyan's [...] weird disappointment that's painfully reminiscent of his earlier, better work".[125] Despite the debut response, Reynolds says the gala screening "was so amazing" and praises Egoyan as a premiere filmmaker of Canada.[128]

Reynolds starred as Curtis in Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck's comedy-drama Mississippi Grind (2015).[129] Gerry (Ben Mendelsohn), a gambling addict, believes that Curtis brings good fortune and takes him on a road trip to participate in a high-stakes poker game in New Orleans.[130] The film received mixed reviews,[130] though some critics liked Reynolds's performance, with Helen O'Hara of British GQ calling it his "best performance in years"[131] and Variety's Justin Chang stating that he and Mendelsohn gave "terrific performances [...] in this bittersweet, beautifully textured road movie".[132] In Simon Curtis's biographical drama Woman in Gold (2015), Reynolds portrayed E. Randol Schoenberg, a young lawyer who assists Maria Altmann (Helen Mirren) in her legal fight to recover her family's stolen Gustav Klimt painting, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I (1907).[133][134] He later starred in the science fiction film Self/less (2015), which was critically panned and underperformed at the box office.[135][136][137]

2016–present: Stardom with Deadpool and established actor

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Reynolds promoting Deadpool at the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con

Reynolds found significant critical and commercial success with the superhero film Deadpool (2016),[138][139] which had been in development since as early as 2000.[140] Following his portrayal of Wade Wilson / Weapon XI in X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), Reynolds became heavily involved in the development of a film based on Deadpool.[141] The film introduced a reboot of the character, dismissing the events of X-Men Origins: Wolverine and establishing a new backstory that aligns more closely with the original Marvel Comics.[142][143] Reynolds chose not to get paid for Deadpool to ensure the film's release and used the small amount he did receive to have co-writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick on set with him.[144][145] Deadpool was a commercial success, grossing $782 million, making it the ninth-highest-grossing film of 2016.[146] Several critics praised Reynolds's performance in Deadpool,[147] with Michael O'Sullivan from The Washington Post praising Reynolds for making Deadpool a likeable character as well as the film's action scenes.[148] IGN's Daniel Krupa was impressed by his "charismatic, exuberant, and larger-than-life [performance], which isn't easy considering how much of the film he spends either in a full-body costume or beneath heavy prosthetics".[149]

Reynolds had a supporting role in Ariel Vromen's action thriller Criminal (2016).[150][151] He played Bill Pope, who is tortured and killed early in the film while travelling to a secret meeting with a hacker capable of launching missiles at will.[151][152] The film received negative reviews from critics.[153][154] The following year, Reynolds reunited with Espinosa, playing the engineer Rory Adams in the science fiction Life (2017).[155] It received mixed reviews from critics but performed well at the box office.[156][157] Reynolds next starred in Patrick Hughes's action comedy film The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017).[158] He played the role of Michael Bryce, an executive protection agent and former CIA officer hired to protect assassin Darius Kincaid (Samuel L. Jackson).[159][160] Some critics praised the chemistry between Reynolds and Jackson,[161][162][163] though Rotten Tomatoes' consensus agreed that some felt the film had a clichéd plot and execution.[159] Filming for a sequel to Deadpool started in June 2017 and led to the release of Deadpool 2 in 2018.[164][165][166] The film became a commercial success, grossing $715 million and becoming the ninth-highest-grossing film of 2018.[167]

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Reynolds at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con International

Reynolds voiced the titular character in Rob Letterman's fantasy film Detective Pikachu (2019), an adaptation of the video game of the same name.[168][169][170] He played a detective and intelligent talking Pikachu that only Tim (Justice Smith) can understand.[171][172] The film received positive reviews from critics; Steve Rose from The Guardian praised Reynolds for "grab[bing] the film by the scruff of the neck".[173] He next starred in Michael Bay's action film 6 Underground (2019) as the leader of a group of six people from different parts of the world who unite to fight an evil dictator after being presumed dead.[174][175] He reprised his role as the voice of Guy in The Croods: A New Age (2020).[176] Reynolds also reprised the role of Michael Bryce in the action film Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard (2020), a sequel to The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017).[177] His next role was starring in Shawn Levy's contemporary fantasy Free Guy (2021), portraying a non-playable character who later realizes he is living in a video game and tries to prevent the creators from shutting it down.[178] He starred as a renowned art thief in the action comedy film Red Notice (2021) alongside Dwayne Johnson and Gal Gadot.[179]

Reynolds next starred in Levy's science fiction action comedy The Adam Project (2022), portraying Adam Reed—a time pilot from 2050 who risks his life to uncover the truth regarding his wife's disappearance.[180][181] The film received generally mixed reception;[182] Ryan Leston from IGN's liked Reynolds's performance,[183] while NPR's Glen Weldon called him "funny in the way he usually is" but was as "handsome and buff and charismatic as ever".[184] In October 2021, Reynolds announced he was taking "a little sabbatical" from his work after the production of Spirited (2022), a Christmas musical comedy.[185] In August 2024, Reynolds and his wife, Blake Lively, became the first married Hollywood couple since Bruce Willis and Demi Moore in 1990 to have separate films leading the box office on the same weekend. Their respective films, Deadpool & Wolverine and It Ends with Us—in which they played the leading roles—claimed the number one and two spots during the August 9–11 weekend.[186][187] Deadpool & Wolverine—also directed by Levy—achieved both commercial and critical success, grossing $1.338 billion worldwide.[144][188][189] It became the second-highest-grossing film of 2024 and 20th highest-grossing film of all time at its release.[190][191]

Business career

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Reynolds owns soccer club Wrexham with fellow actor Rob McElhenney (pictured in 2010).

In January 2018, Reynolds expanded into business ventures by launching the production company Maximum Effort and signing a three-year first-look deal with Fox.[192][193] In January 2018, it was announced that a live-action adaptation of the board game Clue, written by Deadpool screenwriters Reese and Wernick, was in development.[193][194] On June 23, 2021, Maximum Effort's marketing division was spun off into a separate company and acquired by MNTN Software.[195][196] Reynolds has used Maximum Effort to create advertisements for his film projects and brands like Peloton and R. M. Williams.[197]

In February 2018, Reynolds acquired a stake in Aviation American Gin, taking a role of overseeing the brand's creative direction.[198][199] He later purchased an ownership stake in Mint Mobile in November 2019, holding between 20% and 25%.[200][201] David Glickman—founder of Mint—and Reynolds both served on the board of directors for the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and Glickman was impressed by Reynolds's marketing efforts for Deadpool.[202] In 2020, Reynolds joined the board of Match Group[203] and later sold Aviation American Gin to Diageo in a deal valued at up to $610 million.[204][205]

In September 2020, the Wrexham Supporters Trust announced that a business partnership comprising Reynolds and fellow actor Rob McElhenney was in talks to purchase the Welsh soccer club Wrexham.[206] Their takeover was confirmed in November 2020, receiving approval from the Financial Conduct Authority in February 2021.[207][208][209] The two embraced Welsh culture, promoting its language in their media projects and receiving the Diolch Y Ddraig award from Welsh broadcaster S4C.[210][211][212] Reynolds asked that Welsh subtitles be included with his Netflix movie Red Notice (2021), which was also advertised within Wrexham.[213] The process of Reynolds and McElhenney's investment in Wrexham was covered in the television documentary series Welcome to Wrexham (2022–present).[214][215]

Reynolds has also invested in several companies, including Wealthsimple, 1Password and FuboTV.[216][217][218] In 2022, he briefly pursued ownership of the National Hockey League's Ottawa Senators but withdrew his bid in the middle of 2023.[219][220] He later became part of an investor group that acquired a 24% stake in the Alpine F1 Team.[221][222] In March 2023, T-Mobile announced its acquisition of Mint Mobile in a deal worth up to $1.35 billion.[223][224] In April 2023, Canadian payments technology company Nuvei announced that Reynolds had invested in the company.[225]

Philanthropy and activism

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In May 2020, Reynolds joined a group of celebrities in reading an installment of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach (1961) to support the global non-profit organization Partners In Health, co-founded by Dahl's daughter Ophelia, in its efforts to combat COVID-19 in vulnerable areas.[226][227] In July 2020, Reynolds and broadcaster George Stroumboulopoulos each offered $5,000 for the return of a stolen teddy bear belonging to a Vancouver woman.[228] The Build-A-Bear, which contained a recording of the woman's deceased mother saying "I love you" in Filipino, was recovered within a few days by two individuals.[229] Reynolds expressed his support for same-sex marriage in an interview and has advocated for increased representation of LGBTQ+ characters in film.[230][231]

Reynolds is also an environmental activist.[232] He supports the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which he joined in an effort to help find a cure for his father's Parkinson's disease.[233] In 2008, Reynolds ran the New York City Marathon for Team Fox.[234][235] He joined the foundation's board in 2009 and continues to support research for a cure.[236][237] In March 2022, Reynolds and Lively donated $500,000 to Water First, an organization providing Indigenous communities in Canada with access to clean water and training for young people to become environmental technicians.[238][239] Reynolds was honoured with the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television's Humanitarian Award at the 11th Canadian Screen Awards in October 2022.[240][241] The couple later donated $1 million to the non-profit organization Feeding America to aid relief efforts in Florida and other U.S. regions affected by the October 2024 hurricanes Helene and Milton.[242]

Following the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Reynolds and Lively pledged to match donations of up to $1 million for Ukrainian refugees fleeing the conflict.[243][244] In August 2023, Lively and Reynolds joined several other Hollywood couples in donating $1 million to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's financial assistance program, supporting actors facing financial hardship.[245][246] In October 2023, the couple donated $1 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross to support children affected by the conflict between Israel and Gaza. They became the first celebrities to publicly contribute financial aid to both sides amid the Israel–Hamas war.[247]

Acting style and public image

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Reynolds at the 82nd Academy Awards in 2010

In 2014, The Hollywood Reporter's Richard Newby called Reynolds "one of Hollywood's most popular actors for nearly 20 years".[248] He is known for his large and diverse range of roles throughout his career, though he usually acts in comedy,[249][250] action[251] and superhero films;[252][253] throughout the late 2000s, he generally had roles in low-budget romantic comedy films.[254][255] Ali Shutler from NME described Reynolds as crude and sarcastic, stating that he is "extremely versatile [but] isn't afraid of taking risks".[256] The Guardian called him a "romcom lead, sitcom star, indie champion [... who] can turn his hand to almost any role."[257] Variety's Jenelle Riley commented on his several "bold, risky choices in films that might have slipped under the radar".[258]

CNBC noted that despite frequently portraying snarky and sarcastic characters on screen, Reynolds has built a reputation as one of the nicest actors in Hollywood.[259] Reynolds has stated that "self-deprecating humour to me has always been something that helped",[260] and several critics have highlighted his frequent use of it in his public persona.[257][260][261] He has referred to his storytelling skills as a "quirky element" of his public image, calling it "the bedrock foundation" of his success in various industries.[262] Chris Thilk of Adweek described Reynolds's public persona as "dry, egotistical, quick-witted, and slightly oblivious", commenting that he has effectively leveraged it to promote numerous projects.[263]

In 2017, Reynolds appeared in the Time 100, a compilation of the 100 most influential people in the world, as selected annually by Time magazine.[264] In 2020, he appeared in the Celebrity 100 list, a compilation of the 100 most powerful public figures in the world, as selected annually by Forbes. He was listed as the eighteenth-most-powerful person in the world. That same year, the magazine also listed him as the second-highest-paid actor in the world, with earnings of $71.5 million.[265] He was again listed by Forbes as the second-highest-paid actor in the world in 2024, with earnings of $85 million.[266] Reynolds's sex appeal has been discussed in the media. Reynolds was featured in People's Sexiest Men Alive lists in 2007 and 2009[267][268] before being named Sexiest Man Alive in 2010.[269] In 2024, he was included on Harper's Bazaar's list of the 50 Hottest Men of All Time.[270] As of September 2025, Reynolds's films have grossed over $6.6 billion worldwide according to The Numbers.[271]

Several critics have noted Reynolds for his simple sense of style. GQ thought that his "go-tos are straightforward, almost to the point where they resist description: nondescript tees, uncomplicated jackets, closely tailored trousers, and cool but not hype-y sneakers".[272] Christine Flammia from men's magazine Esquire appreciated his "accessible" style and called him the "king of outfit repeating".[273] Reynolds often "keeps things simple" according to British GQ and usually wears "three-piece suits and black velvet tuxes à la nuit and earthy-hued bomber jackets au jour".[274]

It Ends with Us controversy

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Main article: It Ends with Us controversy

The production of It Ends with Us (2024) became embroiled in controversy due to conflicts between Lively and the film's director, Justin Baldoni.[275][276] According to Lively, Reynolds wrote a significant portion of dialogue for a rooftop scene featuring her in April 2023 without Baldoni's knowledge.[277][278] Speculation about a rift between Lively and Baldoni grew on social media, particularly on TikTok, where the book of the same name had gained massive popularity within the BookTok community.[279]

On January 16, 2025, Baldoni filed a $400 million civil lawsuit against Reynolds and Lively, alleging extortion, defamation, and invasion of privacy.[280][281] The lawsuit claims that Lively threatened to make false sexual harassment allegations and withdraw from the production to gain creative control over the film, ultimately excluding Baldoni from the process and barring him from the film's premiere.[282][283][284] Baldoni further asserted that Lively, Reynolds, and their publicist engaged in a coordinated effort to damage his reputation and shift the film's focus away from raising awareness about domestic violence.[285] In response, Reynolds filed a motion to be dismissed from Baldoni's lawsuit in March 2025, claiming to have no involvement in the matter outside of supporting Lively. He also rejected the claim that the character Nicepool (as portrayed in Deadpool & Wolverine) was a caricature of Baldoni.[286][287]

Personal life

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Reynolds began dating singer Alanis Morissette in 2002 after meeting her at Drew Barrymore's birthday party, and the couple announced their engagement in 2004.[288] In February 2007, their representatives confirmed they had mutually decided to call their engagement off.[289] Morissette later revealed that her seventh studio album Flavors of Entanglement (2008) was inspired by the heartbreak of their break-up, with the song "Torch" specifically written about Reynolds.[290][291] Shortly after his breakup with Morissette, Reynolds began dating actress Scarlett Johansson in April 2007.[292] The couple announced their engagement in May 2008[293][294] and married in September of that year in a private ceremony in Vancouver Island.[295][296] On December 14, 2010, they announced their separation.[297][298][292] They filed for divorce in Los Angeles on December 23.[299][300] Their divorce was finalized in July 2011.[301][302]

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Reynolds with Blake Lively promoting Green Lantern in 2010

Reynolds first met Lively in July 2010 while filming Green Lantern (2011), in which they costarred.[303][304] They began dating in October 2011 and married on September 9, 2012, at Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.[303] Following civil rights protests in 2020, Reynolds publicly apologized and expressed deep regret for choosing a venue with ties to slavery. The couple later renewed their vows at home in New York.[305][306][307] They have four children together—three daughters and a son.[308] The family lives in Pound Ridge, New York.[309] Reynolds and Lively are close friends with singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, who named the characters in her 2020 song "Betty" after their daughters.[310] In November 2024, Reynolds confirmed that Swift is the godmother to his three daughters.[311] He is also close friends with Hugh Jackman, whom he credits for introducing him to Levy—the director of three of his films.[312]

Reynolds's father, James, died in 2015 following a twenty-year battle with Parkinson's disease.[313] Reynolds said that he used humour as a way to process his grief, stating that he and his siblings were making their father laugh during his final moments. He also said that portraying Deadpool contributed to his process of grieving, and that becoming a parent has helped reconcile his complex relationship with his deceased father.[314][315] Reynolds has openly discussed his lifelong struggle with anxiety,[316][317] revealing in 2018 that he often conducted interviews in character as Deadpool to help manage his fears.[318] In 2024, he reiterated that his anxiety makes him "quiet" and "shy" outside of acting.[312] He attained American citizenship around 2018, and voted for the first time in the 2020 presidential election.[319]

Acting credits and accolades

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Main articles: Ryan Reynolds filmography and List of awards and nominations received by Ryan Reynolds

According to review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes, Reynolds's most acclaimed films include Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004), Adventureland (2009), Buried (2010), The Whale (2011), Mississippi Grind (2015), Deadpool (2016), Deadpool 2 (2018), The Croods: A New Age (2020), Free Guy (2021) and Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).[320]

His work has made him the recipient of numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program for executive-producing the series Welcome to Wrexham.[321][322] He received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his role in Deadpool (2016).[323] For the soundtrack of Deadpool 2 (2018), he received a Grammy nomination for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media.[324] He was later nominated again for the soundtrack of Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).[325][326] His other accolades include three MTV Movie & TV Awards, three People's Choice Awards and a Saturn Award.[327]

On December 15, 2016, Reynolds received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard.[328] Mary Simon, governor general of Canada, honoured Reynolds with a Governor General Performing Arts Award on November 26, 2021.[329] In August 2023, Reynolds was announced as a recipient of the Order of British Columbia, British Columbia's highest honour.[330] He and his fellow honourees were scheduled to receive the award at a ceremony in Victoria in November 2023.[331] On December 19, 2024, Reynolds was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada, recognizing both his achievements in film and his philanthropic contributions.[332][333]

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Ryan Rodney Reynolds (born October 23, 1976) is a Canadian-American actor, producer, and entrepreneur best known for portraying the titular antihero in the Deadpool film series, which has achieved substantial commercial success through its irreverent humor and high-grossing performances. Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Reynolds holds dual citizenship, having acquired U.S. citizenship in 2018 while retaining his Canadian nationality. His acting career spans comedic and action roles, with notable recognition including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for Deadpool (2016), which grossed $782 million worldwide against a $58 million budget. Beyond film, Reynolds has distinguished himself in business, co-founding the marketing firm Maximum Effort and investing in ventures like Aviation American Gin, sold to Diageo for up to $610 million in 2020, and Mint Mobile, which fetched $1.35 billion upon its 2023 acquisition by T-Mobile. He also co-owns Welsh football club Wrexham A.F.C., documented in the Emmy-winning series Welcome to Wrexham. Reynolds received the Order of Canada in 2024 for his contributions to the arts and philanthropy.

Early life

Family background and childhood

Ryan Rodney Reynolds was born on October 23, 1976, in , , , to James Chester Reynolds and Tamara Lee "Tammy" Reynolds (née Stewart). James Chester Reynolds (1941–2015) served as a officer before retiring and working as a food wholesaler, while Tammy Reynolds worked as a retail saleswoman. The family had Irish and Scottish ancestry and maintained a working-class household. As the youngest of four sons, Reynolds grew up with older brothers , , and Patrick in Vancouver's neighborhood, an environment he later described as intense due to the all-male sibling dynamic. His brothers provided protection during childhood, with serving as his first friend, fostering a close-knit but competitive atmosphere that influenced Reynolds' preference for daughters in his own later in life. The Reynolds household was structured and disciplined, reflecting James's background in . Reynolds experienced a typical urban childhood in Vancouver, including his first job delivering newspapers for The and local outings such as visits to the Kitsilano Community Centre wading pool, where he was featured in a newspaper clipping as a in 1979. He has recalled being a nervous child amid these everyday activities, shaped by the city's coastal setting and family routines.

Education and initial interests

Ryan Reynolds attended in , , for grades 11 and 12, graduating in 1994 alongside actor . He later reflected on his time there in a 2020 virtual commencement address to the school's graduating class, emphasizing resilience amid challenges like the . From an early age, Reynolds showed interest in , securing his first role at 13 after responding to an open casting call for the teen Hillside (broadcast as Fifteen in the United States), which filmed in . This opportunity marked the beginning of his professional pursuits in entertainment, prioritizing over other potential paths. Following high school, Reynolds briefly enrolled at (then Kwantlen College) in to study but dropped out after attending only 45 minutes of his first lecture, opting instead to focus on acting full-time and relocating to with a friend for steadier work opportunities. This decisive shift underscored his commitment to a career in film and television from the outset.

Acting career

Early breakthroughs (1991–2003)

Reynolds secured his first major acting role at age 15 as Billy Simpson, the bratty younger brother in the Canadian teen Hillside, which aired on YTV from 1991 to 1993 and was retitled Fifteen for syndication on in the United States. The series followed high school students navigating relationships and drama at a fictional school, with Reynolds appearing in 26 of its 65 episodes, marking his entry into professional acting after attending an open casting call. In 1993, Reynolds transitioned to film with his debut lead in , directed by Giles Walker, where he portrayed Ganesh Bottah, an Indian orphan raised on Gandhian principles who relocates to rural following his father's death and rallies locals against environmental encroachment. The independent drama, adapted from Malcolm Bosse's novel, received limited release but showcased Reynolds' ability to handle culturally nuanced characters, though it garnered modest critical attention with a 60% approval rating on based on early reviews. The mid-1990s saw Reynolds in supporting television roles, including a minor part in the TV movie Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story (1995), which depicted a nurse's fight against discharge for her relationship, and as Bobby Rupp in the miniseries (1996), adapting 's account of the . These credits, alongside guest spots on shows like (1996), provided steady work but limited exposure, as Reynolds balanced acting with occasional studies before dropping out of Kwantlen College. A pivotal advancement came in 1998 with Reynolds' starring role as Michael "Berg" Bergen, a med student entangled in romantic and comedic mishaps, in the ABC sitcom (retitled in season 2), which ran for four seasons until 2001 and averaged 7.4 million viewers in its debut. The series, centered on roommates working at a , highlighted Reynolds' charm and improvisational humor, earning him recognition as a rising comedic talent and opening doors to Hollywood features. Parallel to the sitcom, Reynolds appeared in low-budget films like the horror-comedy Big Monster on Campus (1998), where he played a student dealing with a campus mutant, and ensemble comedies Dick (1999), a Watergate satire with Kirsten Dunst, and Coming Soon (1999), an indie about aspiring filmmakers. These roles, often involving irreverent youth characters, built his resume amid the sitcom's run, though box office returns remained niche, with Coming Soon grossing under $1 million. By 2001–2003, Reynolds landed lead parts in independent dramas like (2001), portraying a gambling addict in a tale of moral dilemmas, before achieving commercial traction with (2002), where he starred as the eponymous seventh-year college slacker dodging graduation through parties and schemes. The R-rated comedy, directed by , earned $21 million domestically on a $5 million budget and solidified Reynolds' image as a charismatic lead, with critics noting his and rapport with co-stars like . He followed with supporting work in The In-Laws (2003), a chase comedy opposite , further demonstrating versatility in action-oriented roles while grossing $27 million worldwide. That year, Reynolds also starred in the lead role as Kevin Kraft in the Canadian thriller Foolproof, where he portrayed the strategic leader of a group of friends coerced into a real heist after testing a security plan, alongside David Suchet as the antagonist Leo Gillette. These projects marked his shift from television supporting player to , setting the stage for broader .

Romantic comedies and rising fame (2004–2009)

In 2005, Reynolds starred as Chris Brander in the Just Friends, directed by , where his character returns to his hometown during Christmas to reconnect with a high school crush played by . The film highlighted Reynolds' comedic timing and vulnerability in romantic scenarios, earning him praise for carrying the lead role despite mixed critical reception, with a 43% approval rating on . It grossed $32.6 million domestically and $51 million worldwide against a $20 million budget, contributing to Reynolds' growing visibility as a in lighter fare. Reynolds further solidified his rom-com presence in 2008's Definitely, Maybe, written and directed by Adam Brooks, portraying Will Hayes, a divorced advertising executive who recounts his past relationships to his inquisitive daughter amid their own separation proceedings. Co-starring Abigail Breslin, Elizabeth Banks, Isla Fisher, and Rachel Weisz, the film emphasized Reynolds' affable charm and narrative delivery, garnering a 71% Rotten Tomatoes score for its heartfelt take on love and regret. Released in limited theaters before wide expansion, it appealed to audiences seeking character-driven romance over formulaic tropes, aiding Reynolds' transition toward more mature comedic roles. The period culminated in 2009 with The Proposal, directed by , in which Reynolds played Andrew Paxton, the long-suffering assistant to a demanding book editor () who coerces him into a to evade . The chemistry between the leads drove the film's broad appeal, blending with romantic tension, though critics noted its predictable plot with a 45% rating. This box-office hit marked a peak in Reynolds' rising fame, positioning him as a in the genre and attracting wider mainstream attention through high-profile pairings and accessible humor. These roles collectively showcased Reynolds' knack for self-deprecating wit and emotional accessibility, with him typically appearing clean-shaven to emphasize his boyish charm in romantic comedies such as The Proposal and Definitely, Maybe, and no major rom-com role featuring a prominent full beard; references to a "bearded rom-com style" likely pertain to fan-generated images, AI prompts, or stylistic descriptions rather than specific film appearances. This elevated him from supporting parts to a sought-after rom-com lead by decade's end.

Genre shifts and setbacks (2010–2015)

Following successes in romantic comedies, Reynolds transitioned toward action, thriller, and superhero roles in the early 2010s, aiming to establish himself as a versatile leading man in higher-stakes blockbusters. In 2010, he starred in the indie thriller Buried, portraying a man trapped in a coffin for the entire film, which earned critical praise for his intense performance but generated only $5.4 million worldwide against a modest budget. This dramatic shift demonstrated his willingness to tackle challenging, unconventional parts outside comedy. The pivotal attempt came with the 2011 DC Comics adaptation , where Reynolds played test pilot , a role requiring heavy reliance on CGI for the film's . Produced on a $200 million budget, the movie grossed $219.8 million globally, falling short of expectations due to poor reviews (26% on ), script issues, and excessive spending that overshadowed character development. Reynolds later expressed regret over the project, citing its failure as a key factor in rethinking his career trajectory, though he attributed part of the blame to studio decisions rather than solely his performance. Despite the setback, the experience highlighted risks in franchises predating the more disciplined Marvel model. Reynolds rebounded somewhat with the 2012 action thriller Safe House, co-starring Denzel Washington, which earned $208.3 million worldwide on an $85 million budget, bolstered by strong international appeal and tense cat-and-mouse dynamics. However, 2013 brought another disappointment with R.I.P.D., a supernatural action-comedy based on the comic series, featuring Reynolds as a deceased detective partnering with Jeff Bridges; it underperformed with $78.3 million against a $130–170 million budget and a dismal 13% Rotten Tomatoes score, criticized for uneven tone and visual effects that failed to engage audiences. These live-action flops contrasted with successes in voice work, such as The Croods ($587 million gross) and Turbo ($282 million), underscoring his marketability in animation but struggles in original big-budget spectacles. By 2014–2015, Reynolds explored edgier fare, including the dark comedy (premiered at TIFF 2014), where he played a mentally ill factory worker, earning festival acclaim but limited release, and the historical drama Woman in Gold (2015), supporting in a restitution story that grossed $61.6 million modestly. Sci-fi thriller (2015) also faltered, pulling in $37.3 million against $35 million, hampered by convoluted plotting. These years marked genre experimentation amid commercial inconsistencies, with blockbuster misfires prompting Reynolds to pivot toward self-financed projects like unauthorized test footage leaked in 2014, foreshadowing future triumphs.

Deadpool franchise and blockbuster success (2016–2025)

Reynolds secured the role of Wade Wilson/ after years of advocacy, beginning in 2004 when he collaborated on early development efforts at . The project faced delays, including a poorly received cameo in X-Men Origins: (2009), but gained momentum with a 2014 test footage leak that demonstrated the character's irreverent, R-rated potential, prompting 20th Century Fox to greenlight the film. premiered on February 12, 2016, with a of $58 million, and grossed $783 million worldwide, shattering records for R-rated films with a $133 million opening weekend. This success, driven by Reynolds' committed performance blending meta-humor and action, revitalized his career following prior disappointments like (2011). The franchise continued with , released on May 18, 2018, which expanded on the antihero's backstory with themes of family and redemption, introducing characters like Domino and Cable. Produced for $110 million, it earned $786 million globally, maintaining strong audience appeal despite mixed critical reception on pacing. Reynolds not only starred but co-produced, influencing creative decisions that preserved the series' signature violence and fourth-wall breaks. The film's profitability, yielding over $235 million in net profit after marketing, underscored Reynolds' growing influence in Hollywood. After Disney's 2019 acquisition of integrated into the , Reynolds reprised the role in , released July 26, 2024, co-starring as . With a $200 million budget, the film achieved the highest R-rated opening ever at $211 million domestically and surpassed $1.3 billion worldwide, becoming 2024's top-grossing release through cameos and nostalgic pairings. This entry amplified the franchise's cultural dominance, with Reynolds' marketing savvy— including viral campaigns—contributing to its dominance amid a post-pandemic recovery. The series collectively grossed over $2.8 billion by late 2024, transforming Reynolds from a mid-tier into a blockbuster lead capable of anchoring high-stakes projects. Its unapologetic tone, prioritizing comic fidelity over broad accessibility, contrasted with sanitized fare, appealing to audiences seeking authentic adaptations. Reynolds' persistence in championing the R-rating and self-referential style not only sustained commercial viability but also informed his broader entrepreneurial pursuits, as the films' guerrilla-style promotion honed his branding expertise. By 2025, the franchise's legacy positioned Reynolds for potential expansions within the MCU, solidifying his status as a key architect of modern cinema.

Business ventures

Formation of Maximum Effort

Reynolds and , a former executive at 20th Century Fox responsible for digital theatrical marketing, first collaborated on promotional campaigns for the films released in 2016 and 2018. Their partnership originated informally in November 2017 during a meeting at a hotel bar, where discussions centered on leveraging Reynolds' creative approach to beyond film promotion. Maximum Effort was formally established in January 2018 as a production and marketing firm, with Reynolds serving as co-founder and president alongside Dewey. The company's name derives from the phrase "maximum effort," a recurring line uttered by Reynolds' character in the 2016 Deadpool film. At inception, it operated from Reynolds' personal network, focusing on irreverent, high-impact digital content to promote brands and projects, including a first-look deal with Fox for unscripted programming. The firm's formation reflected Reynolds' hands-on involvement in self-generated marketing, which had proven effective for Deadpool's guerrilla-style trailers and buzz, generating over 90 million views pre-release for the first installment. This approach prioritized authentic, humorous content over traditional advertising, aiming to integrate production with outreach. Early operations were lean, relying on a small team to produce viral spots for Reynolds' endorsements, such as Aviation Gin, marking a shift from efforts to a structured entity capable of scaling services.

Key investments and acquisitions

In February 2018, Reynolds acquired a partial ownership stake in Aviation American Gin, a Portland-based distillery, and became actively involved in its marketing and branding efforts. The investment paid off when Diageo agreed to purchase Aviation Gin LLC and Davos Brands LLC in August 2020 for an initial $335 million, with potential earn-outs up to $275 million based on future performance, valuing the deal at a maximum of $610 million. Reynolds reportedly netted around $122 million from the transaction, attributing success to hands-on creative input rather than passive investment. In November 2019, Reynolds purchased a 25% stake in , a low-cost , and served on its board while leveraging his public persona for unconventional advertising campaigns that drove subscriber growth. This culminated in T-Mobile's acquisition of 's parent company, Ka'ena Corporation, in March 2023 for up to $1.35 billion, yielding Reynolds an estimated $300–330 million from his share. The deal highlighted Reynolds' strategy of combining endorsement with operational involvement to enhance brand value prior to exit. Reynolds has pursued additional investments in technology and consumer sectors, including stakes in Canadian firm announced in April 2023, password management service , and apparel company HOMAGE. These reflect a pattern of selective, marketing-focused entries into scalable businesses, though without public disclosure of specific acquisition terms or returns as of October 2025.

Sports ownership and expansions

In November 2020, Ryan Reynolds and announced their acquisition of , a Welsh football club then competing in the fifth tier of the , with the deal completed in February 2021 for approximately £2 million ($2.5 million). The purchase, made through their RR McReynolds Company LLC, marked Reynolds' entry into professional sports ownership and included commitments to long-term stadium leasing at the to secure the club's local presence. Under Reynolds and McElhenney's ownership, achieved consecutive promotions, first returning to the National League in 2023 after a 15-year absence, then to in 2023, in 2024, and the in April 2025—the club's third promotion in three years and highest level since 2005. These successes, fueled by significant financial injections exceeding £10 million annually in player signings and infrastructure, elevated the club's estimated valuation to over £100 million by 2025, though operations have incurred substantial losses reported at £6-7 million per year. Expansions at have included plans for redeveloping the Kop stand at the , aiming to increase capacity from 12,000 to potentially 20,000 seats to accommodate growing attendances that reached averages of 10,000 by the 2024-25 season. The owners have also pursued ancillary developments, such as a proposed adjacent to the stadium site in 2025, intended to enhance commercial revenue streams tied to club branding. Reynolds and McElhenney extended their portfolio in 2024-2025 by acquiring minority stakes in international clubs, including Mexican team in April 2024 alongside investors like , with reciprocal ownership exchanges involving shares. In 2025, they secured a stake in Colombian club Deportivo La Equidad, further diversifying their football investments amid a strategy of global expansion. These moves reflect a model leveraging influence for cross-promotional synergies, though Reynolds has emphasized non-interference in on-field decisions.

Public persona and controversies

Acting approach and media presence

Reynolds utilizes the Warner Loughlin Technique for character development, a method that prioritizes imaginative construction of a role's history and emotional life over reliance on an actor's personal experiences. This approach facilitates efficient access to authentic performances without the emotional toll associated with traditional techniques like . He has applied it across comedic and action roles, emphasizing physical preparation and timing; for example, in preparing for Detective Pikachu (2019), Reynolds underwent extensive voice training and sessions to embody the character, though he later satirized extreme method commitments in promotional materials. In discussions of his craft, Reynolds highlights the understated difficulty of , noting that effective humorous performances the precision required, in contrast to dramatic work where exertion is often apparent. He attributes professional longevity to skills like , learned early in his career, which aid on set amid diverse personalities. Reynolds views acting success as collective, downplaying individual credit in favor of team dynamics and realistic goal-setting over unchecked expectations. Reynolds' media presence is defined by strategic, humor-driven , amassing 51 million Instagram followers and 25 million on by October 2025. He pioneered actor-led viral campaigns, notably for the franchise starting in 2015, where he orchestrated a simulated rivalry with —posting taunts and edited videos—that amplified anticipation and contributed to the 2016 film's $782 million . This tactic, blending in-character irreverence with personal wit, extended to cross-promotions like Deadpool-themed Gin ads, fostering direct fan interaction and without conventional . His posts often employ self-mockery and topical references, maintaining while driving measurable metrics.

It Ends With Us marketing dispute

The marketing campaign for the 2024 film It Ends with Us, in which Blake Lively starred as the lead character Lily Bloom—a florist enduring an abusive relationship—drew widespread criticism for its perceived insensitivity to the story's themes of domestic violence. Promotional efforts, largely driven by Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds' production company Maximum Effort, emphasized romantic and lifestyle elements, such as Lively's hair products, a signature cocktail, and floral-themed merchandise, rather than the film's depiction of intergenerational trauma and abuse. This approach contrasted sharply with author Colleen Hoover's intent for the source novel to serve as a cautionary tale, leading to accusations of trivializing serious issues; social media users and critics labeled the tour "tone-deaf," with Lively's interviews focusing on empowerment and aesthetics over survivor resources. Reynolds, who served as a through and contributed uncredited script revisions to heighten the romance while softening scenes, actively participated in promotion, including a comedic video skit portraying himself as a "jealous husband" alongside co-star . This drew further backlash for undermining the film's gravity, with detractors arguing it exemplified celebrity self-promotion over substantive engagement with awareness. Despite the film's success—grossing over $350 million worldwide—the promotional strategy alienated advocates, who noted the absence of partnerships with organizations like the National Domestic Violence Hotline until post-release adjustments. The marketing tensions escalated into legal disputes between Lively, Reynolds, and director , Wayfarer Studios' principal. In a January 2025 countersuit valued at $400 million, Baldoni and associates alleged that Reynolds and Lively "hijacked" the campaign to prioritize her personal brand, excluding Baldoni from key decisions and leaking set photos to media outlets to portray him negatively. Lively's prior December 2024 complaint against Baldoni claimed he created a hostile set environment, but the countersuit framed Reynolds' involvement—including alleged demands for creative control—as an attempt to "accumulate power" and sabotage Baldoni's vision, which emphasized the abuse narrative. These claims remain unproven in court as of October 2025, highlighting underlying production frictions where Reynolds' influence reportedly shifted focus from thematic depth to commercial appeal.

Allegations of interpersonal conduct

In January 2025, filed a lawsuit against and Ryan Reynolds, alleging that Reynolds "aggressively berated" him during a meeting in June 2023 over comments Baldoni reportedly made about Lively's weight on the set of , describing the encounter as "traumatic" and claiming Reynolds reprimanded him intensely for perceived "fat-shaming." Sources close to Reynolds countered that he was "angry" about the comments but did not engage in aggressive berating, framing the interaction as a protective response rather than unprovoked hostility. Baldoni's $400 million suit, which included these interpersonal claims, was dismissed by a in June 2025, with the ruling finding Lively's related accusations of workplace misconduct legally protected and not actionable. In September 2025, Reynolds drew public criticism for dismissive behavior toward a reporter during a red carpet interview at the , where video footage captured him telling the young interviewer to "let's skip" her question after a brief exchange, prompting online backlash labeling him as "rude" and "condescending." Supporters contextualized the moment as Reynolds attempting to manage time constraints in a high-pressure promotional setting, but detractors highlighted it as emblematic of perceived impatience with less experienced interlocutors. Earlier claims of difficult interpersonal conduct include actor Matthew Lawrence's February 2025 statements recounting challenges working with Reynolds on the 1998 low-budget Boltneck (also known as The Paper Brigade), where Lawrence alleged production difficulties arose partly due to Reynolds' behavior, though specifics remained anecdotal and unverified beyond Lawrence's . No formal complaints or legal actions stemmed from this incident, and Reynolds has not publicly responded. Isolated reports of on-set tensions, such as unconfirmed accounts of temperamental conduct during the 2008 film Doomsday, have surfaced in online discussions but lack corroboration from primary sources or involved parties. These allegations, often amplified amid broader scrutiny of Reynolds' public persona in 2025, contrast with his generally positive professional reputation and have not resulted in industry repercussions or patterns of substantiated .

Philanthropy and political views

Charitable efforts and donations

Reynolds has been a longtime supporter of the SickKids Foundation, a Toronto-based pediatric hospital, contributing through fundraising campaigns and personal visits. By March 2021, his promotional efforts had helped raise over $2 million for the organization. In December 2024, he and his wife Blake Lively matched donations up to $500,000 for SickKids' holiday campaign, featuring Reynolds in character as Deadpool alongside Lynda Carter. He visited the hospital in June 2025 to interact with patients ahead of a fundraising event. In March 2022, Reynolds and Lively donated $500,000 to Water First Education and Training, a Canadian charity focused on training Indigenous youth in water treatment and providing access to clean water on First Nations reserves. This contribution aimed to expand hands-on skills programs for Indigenous young adults in water sciences. Reynolds has participated in disaster relief efforts, including a $1 million joint donation with Lively in October 2024 to the American Red Cross for victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, specifically aiding children and families in affected southeastern U.S. states. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he contributed to Food Banks Canada, with joint efforts including matching up to $1 million in donations. Other notable donations include £10,000 (approximately $13,000 USD) in September 2025 to fund a New York trip for 13-year-old Lexi Collins, a Welsh girl battling a rare . In September 2021, Reynolds and Lively donated $1 million combined to the Legal Defense and Educational Fund and the . He has supported for Parkinson's research and Hope North for Ugandan youth rehabilitation, though specific donation amounts for these causes remain undisclosed in . In January 2023, Reynolds received the Canadian Academy's Humanitarian Award recognizing his philanthropy, including aid for Ukrainian displaced families and Indigenous water initiatives.

Activism stances and critiques

Reynolds has advocated for environmental causes since his , participating in a program called Trek during 10th grade and maintaining for over 25 years. He has solarized his home, drives an , and promotes solar technology while urging Hollywood productions to reduce emissions through measures like banning on sets and improving generator efficiency. In a 2016 appearance for the Climate Reality Project's 24 Hours of Reality event, Reynolds expressed optimism about , motivated by his children, and rejected denialism, encouraging sharing of factual information. On water access, Reynolds and his wife donated $500,000 in March 2022 to Water First Education & Training Inc., a Canadian charity training Indigenous youth as water treatment operators to address crises in First Nations communities. This effort supports hands-on education in water sciences, with the Canadian government later recognizing Reynolds for his contributions to such causes. Reynolds supports LGBTQ+ rights, stating in 2015 that opposition to would make one "a monster" and tweeting support for in June 2019. He has called for more LGBTQ+ representation in films, including exploring Deadpool's in future installments, as noted in 2018 interviews. Through the Group Effort Initiative, co-founded with Lively, he has facilitated over 1,000 industry placements for underrepresented groups, including LGBTQ+ individuals, with expansions announced in August 2023. Politically, Reynolds has donated to Democratic candidates and causes, including $1,500 to in 2023, $4,000 to fundraisers that year, and $2,500 to the Democratic Party of in January 2021. He expressed opposition to in 2016, stating the election outcome did not reflect his ideologies and instilled fear, and cast his first U.S. vote in 2020. However, in September 2025, he critiqued as fostering a divisive "us vs. them" binary, crediting his Canadian background for professional success without reliance on such divisions, and recounted exchanging phones with a Trump supporter to demonstrate cross-aisle rapport. Critiques of Reynolds' stances often stem from his perceived alignment with liberal Hollywood, with Republican Congresswoman in January 2024 blaming his donation to her Democratic opponent for influencing her district switch, decrying "Hollywood elite" interference. Some conservative commentators have highlighted his Trump opposition as emblematic of industry bias, though Reynolds maintains a low-profile approach, avoiding overt partisanship. Fringe activist groups have accused him of inconsistency, such as alleged complicity in Israeli policies due to business ties, but these claims lack broad substantiation and reflect niche ideological pressures rather than empirical lapses in his stated environmental or equity efforts.

Personal life

Relationships and marriages

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Reynolds was previously engaged to musician . The pair began dating in 2002 and announced their engagement in June 2004, after Reynolds traveled to to seek her parents' permission. They mutually ended the engagement in February 2007, stating they remained close friends with mutual respect and admiration. In 2008, Reynolds married actress following a that began in 2007. The couple became engaged in May 2008 and wed on September 27, 2008, in a private ceremony at the Bel-Air Hotel in , . They separated in December 2010 and finalized their divorce in July 2011, citing without children or . Johansson later reflected that both were too young and immature for the commitment at the time, with Reynolds at 31 and her at 23. Reynolds met actress on the set of in 2010, though their romantic involvement began in fall 2011 after both had ended prior relationships. They married on September 9, 2012, in an impromptu ceremony at Boone Hall Plantation in , attended by close family and friends. The couple has prioritized privacy in their marriage, occasionally sharing humorous posts about their partnership but avoiding detailed public disclosures.

Family priorities and lifestyle choices

Reynolds and his wife, , maintain a strong emphasis on protecting their four children's , refraining from posting photographs or detailed personal information about them on to shield them from public scrutiny. The couple has publicly criticized intrusions, with Lively describing experiences of photographers their daughters as "frightening" and involving hidden pursuits in public spaces. This approach extends to lifestyle decisions, such as constructing private family retreats designed to minimize exposure to photographers and ensure seclusion. To foster normalcy amid celebrity, Reynolds has stated that he and Lively actively work to give their children an everyday upbringing, contrasting their own working-class backgrounds with the inherent privileges of their kids' lives, which he acknowledges as a "luxury." He prioritizes hands-on , including daily routines like drop-offs and pick-ups, and has described enjoying these moments as part of being a "present dad." This commitment influences his work-life balance, where he avoids becoming an "absentee" parent by structuring post-work routines around family and expressing guilt over time away for professional obligations. The family embraces the "chaos" and unpredictability of raising young children, with Reynolds noting lessons in gained from parenthood and the value of showing kids parental setbacks to build resilience. In a deliberate shift, the couple plans to step back from Hollywood demands in 2025, opting for an "" period to deepen family focus away from career pressures.

Accolades and recognition

Major awards and nominations

Reynolds' performance as Wade Wilson/ in the 2016 film garnered nominations from prominent industry awards bodies. He received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or at the in 2017. For the same role, Reynolds won Best Actor in a at the in 2017. He also secured the at the in 2017, recognizing his work in science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. In television, Reynolds earned two as executive producer of the documentary series Welcome to Wrexham, winning Outstanding Unscripted Reality Program in 2023 and 2024; the series received a further nomination in the same category for its third season in 2025. Additionally, the soundtrack, featuring Reynolds' contributions, was nominated for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media at the 67th in 2025. The film (2024) won Best Comedy (tied) at the 30th Critics' Choice Awards in 2025, though Reynolds did not attend the ceremony. It also claimed Best Action/Adventure Film at the 52nd in 2025.
AwardYearCategoryWorkResult
2017 – Musical or ComedyNominated
2017Best Actor in a ComedyWon
2017Won
2023, 2024Outstanding Unscripted Reality Program (executive producer)Won
2025Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual MediaNominated
2025 (film)Won
2025Best Action/Adventure FilmWon

Honors for business and cultural impact

Reynolds has been recognized for his entrepreneurial ventures, including his acquisition and marketing of Aviation Gin, which he purchased a stake in during 2018 and sold to for approximately $610 million in 2020, yielding significant returns. In 2023, he received the Award from the Horatio Alger Association, honoring individuals who overcome adversity to achieve success through determination, hard work, and ethical conduct, with Reynolds cited for his resilience and positive societal contributions via businesses like , his marketing firm founded in 2018. The award underscores his transition from acting to , including the 2019 acquisition of , which bought for $1.35 billion in 2023. In 2021, Reynolds was presented with the Innovator Award at the Wall Street Journal Magazine Innovator Awards, acknowledging his innovative approaches in and , particularly through integrated campaigns that blurred lines between endorsement and ownership. included him in its 2024 list of the top 10 most innovative in , highlighting his creative advertising strategies, such as self-deprecating humor in Aviation promotions that boosted brand visibility without traditional ad spends. named him Brand Visionary of the Year in 2020 for pioneering tactics that leveraged his personal brand for authenticity and engagement. For cultural impact, Reynolds earned the People's Icon Award at the 2022 , recognizing his enduring influence on popular culture through roles like , which grossed over $780 million in 2016 and redefined R-rated superhero films by emphasizing meta-humor and . In December 2024, he was appointed to the , the nation's highest civilian honor, for advancing Canadian culture via , , and business initiatives that promote and . granted him the award on September 18, 2025, its highest honor, citing his cultural contributions alongside philanthropy, including representations of Canadian heritage in global media. These accolades reflect his role in shaping modern celebrity entrepreneurship and revitalizing genres through commercially successful, audience-driven content.

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