Ryan Reynolds, the star of Deadpool, has been described as embodying the heart of an American millennial girl, thanks to his wife Blake Lively’s influence. Despite being Canadian and a member of Generation X, Reynolds’ embrace of millennial pop culture has been highlighted and appreciated by Lively in a recent Instagram post.
Lively shared a picture of them kissing followed by a video montage of Reynolds as Deadpool, incorporating various millennial pop culture references. In the video, Reynolds, in character, engages with elements such as Avril Lavigne’s music, Harry Potter, Frozen, Celine Dion, and iconic ’80s poses, alongside references to My Little Pony, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and Judy Blume.
In her caption, Lively expressed pride and amusement over Reynolds’ adoption of her interests, jokingly mentioning buying milky pens to write his name on her hand. She also mentioned her upcoming movie, “It Ends With Us,” while playfully encouraging women to watch “Deadpool & Wolverine,” highlighting the influence her interests have had on the Deadpool character.
The playful nature of Lively’s post hints at a deeper connection between the couple, showcasing Reynolds’ willingness to embrace and celebrate millennial culture, often humorously woven into his Deadpool persona. Lively’s comment about encouraging her “ladies” to watch the film even sparked speculation about her potential role in it, possibly as Lady Deadpool.
Lastly, the post serves as a playful reminder to younger generations, particularly Gen Z, that “Deadpool & Wolverine” is rated R and might not be suitable for all of them. The nostalgic references and mature rating suggest it’s aimed more at older audiences who can appreciate the millennial cultural callbacks.