Ryan Reynolds

About

Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian actor and producer, widely recognized for his comedic and versatile acting skills. Born on October 23, 1976, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Reynolds began his acting career in the early 1990s with roles in Canadian productions. His breakthrough in Hollywood came with the comedy "Van Wilder" (2002), but he gained international fame for his role as Wade Wilson / Deadpool in the Marvel Comics film adaptions "Deadpool" (2016) and "Deadpool 2" (2018), which he also co-produced. Beyond acting, Reynolds is involved in several business ventures and philanthropy. He's married to actress Blake Lively and they have three children together.

Associated With

Ryan Reynolds, a prominent name in Hollywood, notably known for his role in Deadpool, has established strong acting and working associations in the industry. He has worked with several high-profile celebrities throughout his career, including Sandra Bullock in "The Proposal," Hugh Jackman in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," and Jake Gyllenhaal in "Life." In terms of personal relationships, he was married to Scarlett Johansson from 2008 to 2011 before marrying Blake Lively in 2012, both are renowned actors. Moreover, his collaboration extends off-screen as well, where his entrepreneurial ventures like Aviation Gin have seen contributions from other industry figures, like Dwayne Johnson. Notably, Reynolds also shares a humorous, prank-based relationship with fellow actor Hugh Jackman, often expressed through social media interactions.

Career Highlights

• 1991: Started his career in the Canadian teen soap opera "Hillside" also known as "Fifteen".
• 1998: Landed his first major role in an ABC sitcom "Two Guys, a Girl, and a Pizza Place."
• 2002: Made his breakthrough in movie industry with the role in "Van Wilder: Party Liaison".
• 2004: Played a leading role in the action film "Blade: Trinity".
• 2009: Reynolds played the anti-hero Deadpool in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", marking the first portrayal of the character in the X-Men film series.
• 2010: Reinforced his Hollywood status through roles in "The Proposal" from which he received his first Golden Globe Awards nomination and "Buried".
• 2011: Leading role in "Green Lantern", a superhero film.
• 2016: Electrified moviegoers worldwide with his reprisal of "Deadpool" in the standalone film of the same name. The film became a huge hit and Reynolds received his second Golden Globe nomination.
• 2017: Received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• 2019: Starred in the highly successful film "Detective Pikachu", providing the voice and facial motion capture for the titular character.
• 2020: Received his third Golden Globe nomination for his role in the action-comedy "Free Guy".
• These are some of the main highlights but his career is filled with numerous other accomplishments and roles in various films, television series, and shows.

Notable Awards

• Ryan Reynolds has won several awards throughout his acting career. Few notable ones are:
• People's Choice Award for Favorite Movie Actor - 2017
• Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actor: Comedy for "Just Friends" and "The Proposal" - 2005 and 2009
• MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance for "Deadpool" - 2016
• Hollywood Walk of Fame - Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame - 2017
• Golden Globe Awards - Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for "Deadpool" - 2017 (Nominated)
• Saturn Awards - Best Actor in a Film for "Deadpool" - 2016
• Please keep in mind that awards nominations and wins may change with time as the actor continues his career.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Ryan Reynolds Movie/TV Show?

One of Ryan Reynolds' most popular movies is "Deadpool". Released in 2016 by Marvel Studios, this film became a mega-hit almost instantly upon its debut. Reynolds plays the titular character, Wade Wilson/Deadpool, a former special forces operative undergoing an experimental treatment to cure his cancer that instead leaves him with accelerated healing powers and an unstable personality. The film was lauded for its humor, Reynolds' performance, and innovative approach to the superhero genre, grossing over $782 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing R-rated films of all time. This role became closely associated with Reynolds and even led to a successful sequel in 2018.

How Did Ryan Reynolds Get Famous?

Ryan Reynolds became famous primarily through his acting career. He started on television in the 1990s with roles in shows like "Fifteen" and "The Odyssey", but it was his role in the sitcom "Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place" that really got him recognition. His real breakthrough came through in films. He landed lead roles in successful movies such as "Van Wilder", "The Proposal", and "Definitely, Maybe". However, his rise to international fame was solidified when he starred as the titular character in the comic book film franchise "Deadpool", for which his performance was highly acclaimed and brought him popularity globally.