Ryan Reynolds, the Canadian-born actor and entrepreneur, boasts an impressive net worth of $350 million as of March 2024.
How much did Ryan Reynolds get paid for Deadpool?
Reynolds began his acting career in the 1990s.
Over the years, he has starred in numerous successful films, including the “Deadpool” series, which has been a major financial triumph.
The first “Deadpool” movie, released in 2016, grossed over $780 million worldwide, while its sequel, “Deadpool 2” (2018), earned over $785 million.
His early career included roles in “National Lampoon’s Van Wilder” (2002), “The Proposal” (2009), and “Safe House” (2012).
Following the blockbuster success of “Deadpool,”Reynolds entered the elite group of actors who command $20 million upfront per movie.
For instance, he earned a substantial $27 million for his role in the Michael Bay-directed “6 Underground.”
Reynolds’ financial windfall from “Deadpool” was significant, considering his base salary for the first film was a modest $2 million.
However, thanks to a lucrative backend deal, where he earned a percentage of the profits, his total earnings from the film skyrocketed.
The movie, made on a budget of $58 million, grossed $780 million globally, and Reynolds’ earnings soared to around $22 million in 2017, making him one of the highest-paid actors of that year.
For “Deadpool 2,”Reynolds’ compensation was even higher.
While exact figures aren’t publicly confirmed, estimates suggest he earned a minimum of $20 million upfront, with total earnings potentially reaching $30-40 million due to backend points, given the film’s $785 million worldwide gross.
Ryan Reynolds’ impressive investments
Apart from his acting income, Reynolds has made shrewd business investments that have significantly contributed to his wealth.
Reynold’s impressive net worth has been amassed through a combination of his acting career, entrepreneurial ventures, and brand endorsements.
Notably, Reynolds has earned substantial financial success from the sales of Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile.
In 2018, he acquired a stake in Aviation American Gin, which he sold to Diageo in 2020 in a deal worth up to $610 million.
Reynolds was believed to own 20% of Aviation Gin, netting him approximately $67 million from the upfront cash portion alone, with potential for more through performance milestones.
Reynolds also invested in Mint Mobile, purchasing a minority stake in the company in 2019.
When Mint Mobile was acquired by T-Mobile in 2023 in a deal valued at $1.35 billion, Reynolds’ 25% stake translated to a significant financial gain, estimated at $131 million in cash and $205 million in T-Mobile stock.
One of Reynold’s most mediatic investments has been with English footbal club, Wrexham FC, with his friend Rob McElhenney’s.
The venture into the sports world has been a blockbuster hit for the actor/producer, with a streaming-service series hit and continuous success on the field.
In total, it is estimated that Reynold’s collection of investments have sold for more than $2 billion.
With upcoming projects and continuous business ventures, Reynolds’ net worth is likely to keep growing, making him a prominent figure both on and off the screen.