Ryan Reynolds Celebrates 10 Years of Deadpool With Surprise SDCC Walk: “The Fans Got Deadpool Off the Ground”

Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds gave Marvel fans an unforgettable surprise at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, stepping onto the convention floor in full Deadpool costume and mingling with thousands of attendees without the usual celebrity security cordon. The actor later shared an emotional video montage of the experience on social media, thanking fans for supporting the Merc with a Mouth over the past decade and calling the interaction one of the greatest gifts of his career.

Sharing the video, Reynolds reflected on Deadpool's incredible journey from an unconventional superhero gamble to one of the most beloved comic-book franchises in the world. His heartfelt caption read, “The fans got Deadpool off the ground so many years ago. Yesterday, 10 years after the first film and exactly 2 years after Deadpool & Wolverine, I felt so lucky to be on the #SDCC floor with everyone whose unapologetic devotion brings so much joy to this world. No handlers, no security, no ropes. WHAT A GIFT. Thanks to everyone I met, who aren’t only cosplaying but world-building. And also… actual Sergeant Slaughter!”

The video montage captured Reynolds walking through the packed Comic-Con venue in full Deadpool attire, stopping for selfies, chatting with fans, posing with cosplayers, and even making appearances on stage. Unlike many celebrity appearances that are heavily guarded, Reynolds chose to experience the convention without visible security barriers, allowing fans to interact with him freely. The spontaneous walk instantly became one of the standout moments of this year's Comic-Con.

The timing of Reynolds' appearance made the celebration even more special. This year marks 10 years since the release of the first Deadpool film in 2016, the movie that transformed the foul-mouthed antihero into a global pop-culture phenomenon. It also comes exactly two years after Deadpool & Wolverine, the blockbuster that reunited Reynolds with Hugh Jackman in one of Marvel's biggest crossover events. For many fans, the SDCC appearance felt like a thank-you letter brought to life.

In his post, Reynolds paid tribute not only to the fans who have supported the franchise but also to the creativity of the cosplay community. Rather than simply appreciating their costumes, he described them as people engaged in "world-building," acknowledging the passion and imagination that have helped keep the Deadpool universe alive far beyond the movies. One of the highlights of his Comic-Con adventure was meeting legendary professional wrestler Sergeant Slaughter, a moment Reynolds humorously singled out in his caption.

The video quickly spread across social media, with fans praising the actor's humility and willingness to connect directly with the Comic-Con community. Many described the walk as the perfect reflection of Reynolds' personality—playful, approachable, and deeply appreciative of the audience that helped turn Deadpool into a billion-dollar franchise. Others called it one of the most wholesome celebrity moments to emerge from this year's convention.

Ryan Reynolds has often credited fans for believing in Deadpool long before the character became a mainstream success, and his latest Comic-Con appearance reinforced that bond. A decade after the original film changed the superhero genre with its irreverent humour and R-rated storytelling, Reynolds' heartfelt tribute served as a reminder that behind the mask is an actor who hasn't forgotten the community that made it all possible.

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