Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds, a Canadian actor, starred in 'Deadpool & Wolverine' (2024) and 'Free Guy' (2021). Known for 'Deadpool,' his comedic charm and production work have made him a major Hollywood star, with a strong following in Europe and America.
Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian-American actor, producer, and entrepreneur known for his quick wit, sarcastic humor, and ability to blend comedy with action. He achieved global superstardom with his role as the antihero Deadpool and has successfully leveraged his charismatic persona to build a formidable business empire, becoming one of Hollywood's most prominent and multi-faceted figures.
Basic & Personal Information
- Full Name: Ryan Rodney Reynolds
- Born: October 23, 1976
- Place of Birth: Vancouver, Canada
- Spouse: Married to actress Blake Lively since 2012. He was previously married to actress Scarlett Johansson (2008–2011).
- Children: He has four children with Blake Lively: three daughters and a son.
Filmography & Major Works
Reynolds has had a long and varied career, moving from sitcoms to romantic comedies and eventually becoming a major action star.
Breakthrough & Noteworthy Roles
- Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place (1998-2001): Gained early fame for his lead role in this sitcom.
- Van Wilder (2002): A major film role that cemented his status as a comedic actor.
- The Amityville Horror (2005): Showcased his dramatic acting skills in this horror remake.
- The Proposal (2009): Co-starred with Sandra Bullock in this highly successful romantic comedy.
Global Stardom & The Deadpool Franchise
- Deadpool **(2016) & Deadpool 2 (2018): His passion project to bring the foul-mouthed antihero to the big screen became a massive critical and commercial success, solidifying his superstar status and earning him a Golden Globe nomination.
- Free Guy (2021): Starred in and produced this well-received action comedy.
- The Adam Project (2022): Starred alongside Mark Ruffalo and Jennifer Garner in this Netflix sci-fi film.
- Red Notice (2021): Appeared with Dwayne Johnson and Gal Gadot in the Netflix action comedy.
Business Ventures
Beyond acting, Reynolds is a shrewd entrepreneur with a portfolio of successful businesses:
- Aviation American Gin: He became a co-owner and the face of the brand before it was acquired by Diageo.
- Mint Mobile: Served as a co-owner and spokesperson for the wireless company before its sale to T-Mobile.
- Maximum Effort: A production company he co-founded, which is known for its creative and humorous marketing campaigns for his films and other ventures.
- Wrexham A.F.C.: He is a co-owner of the Welsh football club along with actor Rob McElhenney.