Ryan Reynolds Enlists Blake Lively's Taylor Swift Music Video Editor for 'Deadpool 3'

Ryan Reynolds Stole Blake Livelys Taylor Swift Music Video Editor for Deadpool 3

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Ryan Reynolds shared on Instagram that his wife Blake Lively introduced him to a key member of the Deadpool & Wolverine team.

He mentioned that Blake was really impressed with her editor @sreid2 while directing a music video. She insisted that Ryan collaborate with him right away and indefinitely.

Reynolds, who tied the knot with Lively in 2012 and has four children with her, kept on praising his wife's suggestion on social media. He admitted that he was happy he listened to her advice.

"She was absolutely right," the actor shared. "He has become the indispensable second half of our Deadpool editing team. I've worked closely with this brilliant person for 10 months, and I'm never going to let go. Never."

The actor Ryan Reynolds shared a touching message on social media. He posted a selfie from the set of his film, wearing his Deadpool costume but without the mask. In the photo, he had his arm around video editor Shane Reid.

Shane Reid reposted the photo on his Instagram Story on Saturday. He expressed his gratitude, saying, "Don't just meet your heroes... work with them." Reid praised Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively as generous and talented partners. He feels fortunate to work alongside them every day.

In 2021, Reid and Lively, who is 36 years old, collaborated for the first time on a music video for Taylor Swift.

Lively joined forces with Swift, aged 34, to co-direct her music video for the song "I Bet You Think About Me," a track from the Vault released on Red (Taylor’s Version) in November 2022. The video showcased the singer, who is a close friend of Lively, interrupting the wedding of her ex, portrayed by Miles Teller.

Swift was thrilled to collaborate with the talented and hilarious @blakelively on her first time as a director. She shared a sneak peek of their project on Instagram to cheer on Lively's success.

After finishing up their work together, Reid moved on to work with Lively's husband on his superhero movie.

Fans were given a sneak peek of what's in store for the third Deadpool movie when a trailer was released during the Super Bowl on February 11.

Marvel Studios reported that the teaser garnered over 365 million views within just 24 hours, breaking records as the most-watched movie trailer ever.

Deadpool & Wolverine is the next installment following the 2016 movie Deadpool and 2018's Deadpool 2. This action-packed film will officially introduce Deadpool into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The story will focus on Wade Wilson/Deadpool, played by Ryan Reynolds, who is pulled out of his peaceful life for a mission that will have a major impact on the history of the MCU. In a surprising return, Hugh Jackman will reprise his role as Wolverine.

Deadpool & Wolverine will arrive in theaters on July 26.

Editor's P/S:

Ryan Reynolds' Instagram post highlights the importance of collaboration and the influence of personal connections in the entertainment industry. His praise for video editor Shane Reid, who was introduced to him by his wife Blake Lively, showcases the power of networking and the value of trusting the recommendations of those we respect. Reid's subsequent gratitude and recognition of Reynolds and Lively as "generous and talented partners" further emphasizes the positive impact of fostering strong relationships within the industry.

The article also provides a glimpse into the upcoming film "Deadpool & Wolverine," which is generating significant buzz among fans. With its record-breaking trailer views, the film promises to be a thrilling addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, introducing Deadpool and Wolverine to a wider audience. The collaboration between Reynolds, Jackman, and other talented individuals behind the scenes suggests that this highly anticipated film is likely to deliver an engaging and entertaining experience for moviegoers. Me" music video further demonstrates the versatility and talent of these creative individuals, showcasing their ability to transcend boundaries and make significant contributions to the entertainment industry.