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Ryan Reynolds Writes Loving Tribute To Deadpool Halloween Costumes
By Chris Snellgrove
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When it comes to celebrities and Halloween, most breathless headlines focus on who dressed as what (for example, the cosmic coincidence that both Janelle Monae and Heidi Klum wore elaborate E.T. costumes this year). However, one insanely popular celeb made waves not because of what he wore but what he said about others’ attire. Ryan Reynolds took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise the different Deadpool & Wolverine costumes and re-enactments he saw on Halloween, describing the experience as “a dream come true–but a dream you didn’t know you were dreaming of.”
Ryan Reynolds was very effusive in his praise for the different Deadpool costumes he saw that night and seemed touched to have created something that had such resonance with so many different people. He owned up to the fact that “I’m not aloof or cool about stuff like this” and wore his heart on his sleeve about how everyone’s obvious adoration for his films made him feel. The main thrust of his message was gratitude: “no part of me takes it for granted or feels entitled to it,” he wrote.
To read Ryan Reynolds’ account of Halloween night, the killer Deadpool costumes he saw were just the start of what made the evening so special. “You’ll never know what that’s like if you’re me,” he said, describing this as the realization of a childhood fantasy. “I’m five years old, staring out the window at some impossible future.” While he didn’t explicitly elaborate, this seems to be a reference to the star’s lifelong love of the Merc With a Mouth and the fact that the world now seems to share his love for this quirky Marvel character.
Ryan Reynolds did elaborate, however, on how the sheer quality of the Deadpool costumes he saw is a big part of what made such an impression on him that evening, “People made mini-movies and wore some of the best suits I’ve ever seen.” As cosplayers, we can somewhat understand his passion…it’s always rewarding to see someone’s elaborate costume, but how much cooler must it be if that killer costume is an homage to your own hard work?
Continuing, Ryan Reynolds described both the kinds of Deadpool & Wolverine costumes he saw that night and how the people who wore them managed to take things to the next level by “quoting lines and performing stunts.” Part of what made the film so memorable (aside from the gloriously vulgar humor, that is) was the sheer amount of Deadpool Variants we got to see, and it sounds like that variety spilled out of the silver screen and into Reynolds’ neighborhood. He wrote that he saw everything from “Little KidPools to GeezerPools.”
If we were to make any bets, Ryan Reynold’ probably enjoyed seeing Kidpool even more than other Deadpool & Wolverine characters. That’s because the character was portrayed in the hit film by his young daughter, Inez Reynolds. Bringing her as well as his wife Blake Lively into the film (she played Ladypool) helped make this first official MCU outing into a family affair; now, things have come full circle, and it sounds like the family affair is now trick-or-treating in the family’s own neighborhood.
Even if you (gasp!) don’t like either Ryan Reynolds or Deadpool, it’s difficult not to smile when reading his reaction to seeing everyone’s elaborate costumes. The star seems understandably proud of the popular Marvel film he helped create, but he is also profoundly grateful to everyone who helped make it such a blockbuster hit. Deadpool himself may be full of tricks, but for the man behind the mask, Halloween was full of nothing but treats.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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