A recent headline in the whirlwind of celebrity news sent fans into a frenzy: “Ryan Reynolds Sued by Taylor Swift!” Images of courtroom battles and copyright infringement claims danced in everyone’s heads. But fear not, Swifties and Deadpool enthusiasts alike, because the truth behind the lawsuit is much less dramatic and far more humorous.
The rumor originated from none other than Ryan Reynolds himself. During an interview on SiriusXM’s Town Hall, the ever-playful actor made a tongue-in-cheek remark about being sued by Taylor Swift. When asked about obtaining permission to use certain visuals in the movie “Deadpool 2,” Reynolds responded with his signature comedic timing, “No, I was sued. I lost everything in that one.” He went on to jokingly lament about facing Swift’s “legal team,” further fueling the fire of speculation.
Of course, it didn’t take long for the truth to come out. Eagle-eyed fans and entertainment news outlets quickly pieced together the real story. In “Deadpool 2,” there’s a brief scene where the Merc with a Mouth, played by Reynolds, wears a T-shirt featuring a picture of Taylor Swift’s beloved cats, Meredith and Olivia. While the use of celebrity likenesses can be a legal issue, it seems Reynolds’ playful tribute was meant as a harmless homage, not a malicious appropriation.
This isn’t the first time Reynolds has used his humor to playfully poke fun at himself or others in the industry. His well-known comedic persona often bleeds into his public appearances and interviews, creating lighthearted moments that his fans adore. In this case, his lighthearted comment about a lawsuit snowballed into a viral news story, proving once again that Reynolds is a master of keeping his audience entertained, even if it means starting a few playful rumors along the way.
