Marvel enthusiasts are buzzing with speculation that Ryan Reynolds may have sent a sly jab at Justin Baldoni in the film “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The ongoing turmoil involving “It Ends With Us” actors Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively has taken a dramatic turn. Last December, tensions reached a boiling point after Lively filed a legal complaint accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment, leading Baldoni to retaliate with a libel lawsuit against the New York Times over a controversial piece published on December 21.
With the landscape of allegations and legal battles becoming increasingly complex, one question remains at the forefront: what does Ryan Reynolds think about it all? Fans are eager to decipher his reactions, especially given that he is married to Lively, who is currently embroiled in this high-profile situation. Interestingly, some fans suggest that Reynolds may have already offered his commentary through his character in the latest film, with speculation swirling that Nicepool—who Reynolds portrays—is a thinly veiled parody of Baldoni.
For those who have not seen the film, Nicepool, described as an upbeat and affectionate version of Deadpool, is met with disdain by the original Deadpool. This variant, humorously dubbed Gordon Reynolds, makes various quips about Lady Deadpool, played by Lively, and meets a rather unfortunate end as a human shield, ultimately revealing that he possesses no superpowers.
Social media commentators have noted an array of similarities between Baldoni and the Nicepool character, from shared spiritual and feminist beliefs to a particular outtake where Nicepool declares, “My calling is to host a podcast that monetizes the women’s movement.” Some users interpret this line as a pointed reference to Baldoni, who has been vocal about his feminist ideas and previously hosted the podcast “Man Enough” until the recent allegations surfaced.
Further fueling the speculation, fans have observed that in the film, it is Lively’s character, Lady Deadpool, who is responsible for Nicepool’s demise, which occurs in the vicinity of a flower shop—a location strongly associated with “It Ends With Us.”
Of course, this theory linking Nicepool to Baldoni reflects the broader context of the ongoing disputes surrounding Lively and Baldoni. During a recent interview with Megyn Kelly, Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, acknowledged awareness of the Nicepool theory, suggesting that this narrative may continue to evolve in the public eye. As fans and media alike await more developments, the intrigue surrounding Reynolds, Lively, and Baldoni only deepens.
