Ryan Reynolds
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Ryan Rodney Reynolds
Date of Birth: October 23, 1976
Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Height: 188 cm (6′2″)
Weight: ~84 kg
Religion: Raised Catholic, secular leanings
Nationality: Canadian
Ancestry: Irish, Scottish, Northern Irish
Languages: English, some French
Marital Status: Married to Blake Lively (since 2012)
Children: 4 (James, Inez, Betty, 4th child name private)
Occupation: Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur
Education: Kitsilano Secondary School, attended Kwantlen Polytechnic University (dropped out)
Net Worth: $350M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: 50M+
Businesses: Mint Mobile (sold to T-Mobile), Aviation Gin, Wrexham AFC (co-owner)
Notable Works: Deadpool, Free Guy, The Proposal, Detective Pikachu
Current Residence: Pound Ridge, New York, USA
Number of Houses: 3 (New York, Los Angeles, Vancouver)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Youngest of four brothers.
- Raised in Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Father was a food wholesaler; mother a retail saleswoman.
- Began acting at age 13 in Canadian teen soap Hillside.
- Almost quit acting before moving to Los Angeles with a friend.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1991–1993: First role in Hillside.
- 2002: Breakthrough with comedy Van Wilder.
- 2009: Starred in romantic comedy The Proposal.
- 2016: Huge success as Deadpool, reviving the franchise.
- 2018–2021: Co-owner of Aviation Gin, later sold for $610M deal.
- 2020–2025: Co-owner of Wrexham AFC with Rob McElhenney, subject of documentary Welcome to Wrexham.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2016).
- Critics’ Choice Award winner.
- MTV Movie & TV Awards winner.
- Grammy nomination (as producer on Deadpool 2 soundtrack).
🧠 Did You Know?
- Married Scarlett Johansson (2008–2011) before Blake Lively.
- Father of four children with Blake Lively.
- Heavily involved in philanthropy, especially child health and environmental causes.
- Owns a stake in Mint Mobile, sold to T-Mobile for $1.35B in 2023.
- Known for self-deprecating humor and viral social media banter with wife.
- Once had a fear of flying after a skydiving mishap.
- Close friends with Hugh Jackman; famous for their playful rivalry.
- Worked as a grocery store clerk before fame.
- Is bilingual in English and conversational French.
- Nearly played the role of Xander in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
- Heavily involved in marketing his own films.
- Co-owns Welsh football club Wrexham AFC.
- Strong advocate for mental health awareness.
- Voted one of the sexiest men alive by People Magazine (2010).
- Starred in both Marvel and DC films.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ryan Reynolds born and how old is he?
He was born on October 23, 1976; he is years old as of 2025.
What movies is Ryan Reynolds famous for?
Deadpool, The Proposal, Free Guy, Detective Pikachu.
Who is Ryan Reynolds married to?
Blake Lively (since 2012).
Does he have children?
Yes — four (James, Inez, Betty, and a fourth child, name undisclosed).
Where does Ryan Reynolds live?
Primarily Pound Ridge, New York, with homes in LA and Vancouver.
What is Ryan Reynolds’ net worth?
Estimated at $350M+ (2025).
What businesses does he own?
Mint Mobile, Aviation Gin, and Wrexham AFC (co-owner).
Has he won any awards?
Yes — Walk of Fame star, Critics’ Choice, MTV Awards, Grammy nomination.
How tall is he?
188 cm (6′2″).
What ancestry does he have?
Irish, Scottish, Northern Irish.
Is Ryan Reynolds Canadian?
Yes, he was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada.
Did he play Deadpool before 2016?
Yes, first appeared as Deadpool in X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009).
What is his relationship with Hugh Jackman?
They are close friends known for playful public banter.
What early jobs did Ryan Reynolds have?
Worked in a grocery store and as a waiter before acting career.