Ryan Reynolds’ 1-Word Reaction to Fellow Co-Owner Rob McElhenney’s Teary-Eyed Tribute as Deadpool Star Bags Major American Cinema Award

Every year, the American Cinematheque award has one winner. This award looks to honor an individual who has made an extraordinary contribution to the entertainment industry, especially to motion pictures. This year, Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds won the award. Apart from his significant contribution, another thing caught the fans’ eyes. It was co-actor Robert McElhenney’s small tribute speech for Reynolds.

Reynolds has a strong connection to soccer. The Deadpool star is currently the co-owner along with Robert McElhenney of Wales-based soccer club Wrexham A.F.C.

What was said about Ryan Reynolds?

During the award show, a small segment was dedicated to the new docu-series Welcome to Wrexham’. Fellow Co-owner McElhenney was called on stage to say a few words about Reynolds and their journey.

In what turned out to be a teary-eyed speech, he said, “I have spent the last two years with him on this wild journey. The one that we are very quickly realizing is probably not going to end soon. There’s no wrap date, there’s no closing night. There’s a strong chance that we’re in this thing together for the rest of our lives”.

He continues, “I could not feel more honored than to consider you my brother you’re luminous my friend, absolutely radiant. Thank you for sharing your shine with me and the world and I will jump into your arms for the rest of my life”.

The clip of this speech went viral instantly on social media, especially among soccer fans. A Wrexham fan page on Twitter posted a video clip of a part of the speech that McElhenney gave. The fan account also went on to call the American duo the best owners ever.

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However, Ryan Reynolds took notice of that video and left just a one-word comment that said ‘Gutted’. It’s obviously been a very emotional and challenging journey for the American duo to buy Wrexham A.F.C.

Why did Reynolds want to buy Wrexham?

Welcome to Wrexham is the title of the docuseries. Essentially, the documentary is about Reynolds and McElhenney’s decision to purchase Wrexham and the reasons behind their decision. It also talks about both the co-owners contribution to the club and its loyal fanbase.

Reynolds recently revealed that he told his wife Blake Lively about Wrexham only after he had taken over the club. The Deadpool star never wanted to buy a glamorous soccer club with all the media attention.

He had always wanted to purchase a soccer team with a rich soccer heritage. No doubt, they made the right choice. Wrexham A.F.C. is recognized as the third oldest professional soccer club in soccer history.

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It’s always a blessing to have people like the Reynolds and McElhenney owning the club you support. How well-run do you think your club is? Let us know in the comments below.