November 8, 2024: It seems like Ryan Reynolds is keeping the door open for hosting the Oscars in the future, but as of now, it looks like he’s unlikely to take on the gig for the 2025 ceremony.
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He did express that while it’s a “dream” to host one day, the role is a tough one and requires a unique balance of skills — a sentiment that’s echoed by many past hosts who have both succeeded and struggled with the challenge. His candid comments acknowledge the difficulty of the task, noting how some past hosts have done it flawlessly, while others faced challenges due to the public’s ever-changing expectations.
Reynolds and Hugh Jackman had been in the spotlight as potential co-hosts for the 2025 Oscars, which would have been a fun pairing given their history together (especially their playful Deadpool and Wolverine dynamic). However, as Reynolds pointed out, this year he’s focused on writing a movie project that he, Jackman, and director Shawn Levy are working on — something outside the Marvel universe, which makes sense given his desire to take a creative break from superhero roles.
It’s interesting that both Reynolds and Jackman are so closely linked to potential hosting duties, especially after a series of high-profile names like Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney turned down the opportunity. The Oscars have been struggling to find the right host who can appeal to a broad audience and navigate the tricky waters of live television, which is why the suggestion of Reynolds and Jackman sounds so appealing — their chemistry and comedic timing could bring something fresh and entertaining to the show.
Meanwhile, Ryan and Hugh shared screen space in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’. The film showcases the immense popularity of the franchise and the star power of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. The storyline kicks off with Wade Wilson, played by Reynolds, grappling with a mundane civilian life after hanging up his mercenary cape.
However, when an existential crisis threatens his world, Wade must don the Deadpool persona once more, persuading a very reluctant Wolverine to join him on this chaotic adventure.
While hosting the Oscars might be a dream for Reynolds down the road, it seems like he’s content for now to let others take the reins while he focuses on his own creative endeavors.
