Ryan Reynolds Net Worth

What is Ryan Reynolds' Net Worth and Salary?

Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian-born actor who has a net worth of $350 million. As we detail in this opening section and in separate sections later in the article, the vast majority of Ryan Reynolds' net worth has come from his entrepreneurial endeavors, specifically thanks to the sales of Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile.

Ryan Reynolds began his acting career in the 1990s on soap operas. He quickly became known for his charm and humor. He has since become one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood, with a string of box office hits and critical successes to his name. Reynolds' biggest movies at the box office include "Deadpool" (2016), which grossed over $780 million worldwide, and its sequel "Deadpool 2" (2018), which grossed over $785 million. He has also appeared in other successful films such as "National Lampoon's Van Wilder" (2002), "The Proposal" (2009), "Safe House" (2012), and "6 Underground" (2019), among others.

Reynolds is also a successful entrepreneur, with investments in various businesses, including Aviation American Gin, which he acquired in 2018 and has since helped to turn into a thriving brand. In August 2020, Ryan sold Aviation Gin to Diageo in a deal that could ultimately be worth $610 million. The deal paid $335 million cash upfront. As we detail later in this article, Ryan was believed to be a 20% owner of the brand.

In December 2019, Ryan purchased a minority stake in the wireless carrier Mint Mobile. In March 2023, Mint was acquired by T-Mobile in a deal that was valued at $1.35 billion at the time it was announced. More details on this deal later in the article, but Ryan was believed to own 25% of the company.

Reynolds has been married to actress Blake Lively since 2012. He is known for his wit and humor on social media, often sharing funny and self-deprecating posts with his millions of followers.

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Early Life

Ryan Rodney Reynolds was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, on October 23, 1976. He is the youngest of four sons born to James Chester Reynolds, a food wholesaler, and Tamara Lee (née Stewart), a retail saleswoman. Reynolds was raised Catholic and grew up in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood. He graduated from Kitsilano Secondary School in 1994 and briefly attended Kwantlen Polytechnic University before dropping out.

Early Career

Ryan Reynolds began his acting career in the early 1990s with roles in Canadian television, including the teen soap opera "Hillside" (also known as "Fifteen" in the United States). After moving to Los Angeles, he spent several years taking small roles in sitcoms and low-budget films, gradually building industry experience but struggling to break through as a leading man.

His first major exposure came with the ABC sitcom "Two Guys and a Girl" (originally titled "Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place"), which aired from 1998 to 2001. The show gave Reynolds steady visibility and helped establish his signature fast-talking comedic style, though it did not immediately translate into major film opportunities.

Breakthrough And Romantic Comedy Phase

In the early 2000s, Reynolds began landing larger film roles, often in comedies and romantic comedies. Movies like "Van Wilder," "Waiting…," and "The Proposal" showcased his comedic timing and on-screen charisma, helping him build a reputation as a bankable leading man in lighter fare.

During this period, he also took on a wider range of roles, including action and thriller projects such as "Blade: Trinity" and "Safe House." While some films performed well commercially, Reynolds had yet to anchor a major franchise, and his career remained somewhat inconsistent in terms of box office success.

Superhero Setbacks And Career Reset

Reynolds' first attempts at launching a superhero franchise were largely unsuccessful. His role as Hal Jordan in "Green Lantern" was intended to position him as a blockbuster leading man, but the film underperformed critically and commercially.

He also appeared as a version of Deadpool in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," though the character's portrayal was widely criticized by fans.

These setbacks led to a period where Reynolds' career direction was uncertain. Rather than continuing to chase traditional blockbuster roles, he pivoted toward projects that better aligned with his comedic voice and personal brand.

"Deadpool" And Global Stardom

Reynolds' career was revitalized with the release of "Deadpool" in 2016. After years of development challenges, he helped push the project forward, championing a more faithful and irreverent take on the character.

The film became a massive success, grossing over $780 million worldwide and setting records for R-rated movies at the time. Its sequel, "Deadpool 2," was also a major hit, further cementing Reynolds as a global box office draw.

The success of the franchise demonstrated Reynolds' ability to blend action and comedy while maintaining strong creative input behind the scenes.

Expanding Film Career And Production Work

Following the success of "Deadpool," Reynolds expanded his presence both in front of and behind the camera.

He starred in a variety of action-comedy and streaming-era hits, including "Free Guy," "Red Notice," and "The Adam Project." Many of these films performed strongly on streaming platforms, reflecting his growing appeal to global audiences.

Reynolds also became more involved as a producer, developing projects through his production company and maintaining greater creative control over his work.

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Aviation Gin

In February 2018, Reynolds acquired an "unspecified minority" ownership stake in Aviation American Gin for an undisclosed sum. He also serves as the brand's spokesman and creative director. Aviation was initially founded by Oregon-based House Spirits Distillery. In 2016, the brand was bought by a company called Davos Brands.

Thanks largely to Reynolds' cheeky ads, including a very notable video involving the "Peloton girl," Aviation's sales grew robustly from 2018 to 2020 to become the second-largest super-premium Gin brand in the US.

In August 2020, Diageo LLC agreed to acquire Aviation Gin LLC and Davos Brands LLC for what could ultimately be $610 million. The deal came with an upfront cash payment of $335 million, and the remainder will be earned through performance milestones over ten years.

Using similar celebrity alcohol comparable deals, one could presume that Ryan owned a 20% stake in Aviation Gin. If that was correct, Ryan would have received around $67 million pre-tax from the upfront cash portion of the sale and could earn an additional $55 million from the milestone payments.

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Mint Mobile

In November 2019, he purchased an ownership stake in Mint Mobile, which offers low-cost prepaid mobile phone services. He has starred in a number of advertisement campaigns for Mint Mobile services.

In March 2023, it was revealed that T-Mobile was acquiring Mint Mobile in a $1.35 billion cash and stock deal, broken out as 39% cash ($526 million) and 61% stock ($823 million). It is believed that Ryan owned 25% of Mint. If that's correct, on the cash front, his share would be $131 million pre-tax, roughly $70 million after tax. On the stock front, he presumably received $205 million worth of T-Mobile stock. On the day the deal was announced, this would have translated to 1,423,611 shares of T-Mobile (using $144 a share on March 15, 2023).

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Personal Life and Real Estate

Reynolds began dating Canadian singer Alanis Morissette in 2002, and they became engaged in 2004. They split in 2007, and soon after, Reynolds began dating American actress Scarlett Johansson. He and Johansson married in September 2008, separated in December 2010, and finalized their divorce in July 2011. In October 2011, Reynolds began dating his "Green Lantern" co-star Blake Lively. They married in September 2012 and have three daughters together. Lively announced in September 2022 that they were expecting their fourth child. Ryan became an American citizen sometime around 2018.

In 2012, Reynolds and Lively bought a house in Westchester County, New York, for $6 million. The property covers 11.65 acres, and the main home is nearly 9,000 square feet. He also owns a home in Los Angeles. Ryan Reynolds reportedly purchased a $1.9 million home in the Welsh village of Marford in 2023.

Reynolds has supported many causes over the years. In May 2022, he was among a group of celebrities to read an installment of "James and the Giant Peach" to aid the global, non-profit charity Partners In Health, which was co-founded by Roald Dahl's daughter Ophelia. In 2022, Reynolds and Lively pledged to match up to $1 million for Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of their country. In March 2022, the couple donated $500,000 to Water First to provide Indigenous people in Canada with clean drinking water. In January 2023, Reynolds received the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television's Humanitarian Award at the 11th Canadian Screen Awards.

How Much did Ryan Reynolds make for Deadpool?

Reynolds' base salary for Deadpool was a relatively paltry $2 million. His payday ultimately increased nearly 10-fold thanks to a lucrative share of the backend points. The first Deadpool cost just $58 million to make and went on to gross $780 million. He earned enough money in 2017, roughly $22 million, to be one of the 20 highest-paid actors on the planet for that year. His earnings for Deadpool 2 have not been officially confirmed, but he likely earned a minimum of $20 million for the second installment. With backend points, his earnings for the second movie, which earned $785 million globally, might ultimately top $30-40 million.

Salary Per Movie

After the success of the Deadpool franchise, Reynolds is in the category of actors who can earn $20 million upfront to star in a movie. For the Michael Bay movie "6 Underground," he was paid $27 million upfront.

Wrexham AFC

In November 2020, Ryan and fellow actor Rob McElhenney acquired Wrexham A.F.C., a historic but struggling Welsh soccer club. At the time, Wrexham was competing in the National League, the fifth tier of English football, four divisions below the Premier League.

The structure of the deal was unusual. Rather than paying a traditional purchase price to a private owner, the club was owned by a supporters' trust. Reynolds and McElhenney received control for a nominal fee in exchange for committing roughly £2 million (~$2.6 million) in immediate investment toward infrastructure, operations, and the broader development of the club.

The early years required significant additional funding. Over time, the duo injected tens of millions of dollars to improve the roster, increase wages, upgrade facilities, and professionalize operations.

On the field, the investment quickly paid off. In April 2023, Wrexham won the National League title and earned promotion to League Two, marking its return to the English Football League after a 15-year absence. The club continued its rapid ascent with back-to-back promotions, climbing further up the English football pyramid.

Off the field, Wrexham experienced explosive commercial growth. Driven largely by the global popularity of the documentary series "Welcome to Wrexham," the club evolved into an international brand with a large North American fan base. Revenue surged from roughly £1.1 million (~$1.4 million) before the takeover to more than £30 million (~$40+ million) within a few years.

By 2025, minority investors purchased stakes in the club at a valuation between $450 million and $500 million, cementing Wrexham as one of the most remarkable turnaround stories in modern sports business.

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