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Ryan Reynolds went undercover as Deadpool at Comic-Con to take photos with unsuspecting fans ahead of his Avengers Doomsday panel: “No handlers, no security, no ropes”
Ryan Reynolds reportedly went undercover in a Deadpool costume at San Diego Comic-Con, mingling with unsuspecting fans and posing for photos before making his scheduled appearance on the Avengers: Doomsday panel. The stunt drew attention for its spontaneity, with Reynolds said to have moved through the convention without the usual trappings of celebrity security, describing the experience as having "no handlers, no security, no ropes."
The surprise appearance let ordinary attendees interact with the actor as if he were simply another costumed fan, adding to the buzz already surrounding his role in the upcoming Avengers instalment. Details of the panel itself, including any Doomsday-related announcements, followed the low-key Deadpool cameo, which quickly became a talking point among convention-goers and on social media.
In short
- Ryan Reynolds secretly dressed as Deadpool at Comic-Con.
- He took photos with fans unaware it was him.
- Stunt preceded his Avengers: Doomsday panel appearance.
Explained simply
Ryan Reynolds is an actor best known for playing Deadpool, the wise-cracking superhero character identifiable by his bright red costume in a series of films. Comic-Con is an annual convention in San Diego where fans of popular culture gather and studios promote upcoming projects to the public.
At the convention, Reynolds reportedly dressed in full Deadpool costume and walked through the crowds without announcing his presence, allowing fans to photograph him without realising his true identity. He was at Comic-Con to discuss his role in the upcoming Avengers film Doomsday on an official panel.
The appearance drew attention by departing from the standard approach to celebrity promotion at public events. Reynolds moved freely amongst the crowds without the security and formal separation that typically accompany high-profile actors.
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