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Hugh Jackman has thrown his weight behind Martha Stewart's recent assessment of his long-time friend and "Deadpool & Wolverine" co-star Ryan Reynolds. The Australian actor's succinct response, "Finally someone says it," added fresh momentum to Stewart's observation that Reynolds is "not so funny in real life."
The exchange began when Martha, speaking at Bilt Rewards' November game show, shared her candid thoughts about her Bedford neighbor Reynolds. The lifestyle mogul's comments prompted a characteristic witty response from Reynolds himself, who noted, "The woman is unexpectedly spry. She really closed the gap after a mile or so."
This latest interaction builds upon a well-documented history between Jackman and Ryan, whose friendship-turned-feud began during Reynolds' marriage to Scarlett Johansson. In a revealing 2020 Daily Beast interview, Jackman explained the origins: "I used to ream him because I was very close friends with Scarlett. When he came on set, I was like, 'Hey, you better be on your best behavior here, pal, because I'm watching.'"
Despite their public sparring, recent events suggest a deeper bond between the actors. Just weeks before this incident, they celebrated their October birthdays together, with director Shawn Levy sharing images of the duo cutting a flower-adorned cake. Reynolds marked Jackman's 55th birthday with a heartfelt message: "I hope we get to do this til we're 90," while Jackman playfully credited Reynolds' mother Tammy "for delivering Ryan" on Reynolds' birthday.
The timing of Hugh's support for Stewart's assessment is particularly noteworthy as it comes amid the post-production phase of their highly anticipated Marvel collaboration, "Deadpool & Wolverine." This latest exchange demonstrates how their theatrical rivalry continues to entertain fans while underlining their genuine friendship.
Industry observers note that this kind of authentic, unscripted banter has become increasingly rare in Hollywood's carefully managed celebrity relationships. The Stewart-Jackman-Reynolds triangle offers a refreshing glimpse into genuine celebrity interactions, where playful criticism and sincere friendship coexist naturally.
As fans eagerly await their next on-screen pairing, this latest chapter in their ongoing friendly feud suggests that neither age nor success has diminished their ability to entertain both on and off camera.
