Ryan Reynolds, renowned actor and Deadpool star, has long expressed admiration for Nickelback, the iconic Canadian rock band known for hits like “Photograph”. On November 14th, Reynolds took to Instagram to share a deleted scene from Deadpool & Wolverine, soundtracked by Nickelback’s emotional ballad “Never Gonna Be Alone”.
A Tribute to Canadian Talent
In his Instagram post, Reynolds humorously captioned the scene:
“Siri, locate a deleted montage that is half-baked and features one of Earth’s greatest bands alongside Hugh flawlessly delivering his sparse lines. Act swiftly; it may be removed for countless reasons.”
The scene shows Deadpool and Wolverine traversing a dramatic landscape, with Deadpool bantering incessantly. At one point, Wolverine pushes him down, delivering the blunt command: “F— off.” Deadpool, unfazed, mimics an Australian accent to remark on Wolverine’s Time Ripper, a device central to the movie’s timeline-jumping plot.
Reynolds’ Longstanding Admiration for Nickelback
This moment isn’t the first time Reynolds has expressed his affection for Nickelback. The band, comprising Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake, and Daniel Adair, has often been the subject of pop culture ridicule, but Reynolds has consistently defended their legacy.
In a 2018 teaser for Once Upon a Deadpool, Reynolds, in character, passionately countered criticism of the band during a humorous exchange with Fred Savage. He cited their impressive stats and hits like “How You Remind Me” and “Rockstar”, exclaiming:
“I am fed up with this incessant bashing of Nickelback!”
Celebrating Nickelback’s Legacy
Fast forward to 2023, Reynolds recorded a heartfelt video message for Nickelback’s induction into Canada’s Music Hall of Fame during the Juno Awards. In true comedic fashion, he quipped:
“Countless reasons exist for pride in being Canadian. Tonight at Junos, we unite in honoring one such reason: homegrown talent from Alberta—Joni Mitchell! Wait… wasn’t Joni Mitchell part of Nickelback?”
This blend of humor and respect underscores Reynolds’ deep appreciation for the band’s impact on Canadian music.
Where to Watch the Deleted Scene
For fans of both Deadpool and Nickelback, the deleted scene is a must-watch. Now available for streaming on Disney+, the clip seamlessly blends humor, homage, and Reynolds’ signature wit.
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