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Ryan Reynolds on Taylor Swift's Deadpool 3 rumors

On the tracks of Spider-Man: No Way Home And Dr. Strange: Multiverse of Madnessliterally EVERYONE is talking about the casting for Deadpool 3 (official title Deadpool and Wolverine). Rumors have been circulating for some time about names like Channing Tatum, Elizabeth Olsenand Taron Egerton with cameo appearances in the new Marvel moviebut there is one possible cast member that is making Twitter freak out: Taylor Swift.

The singer-songwriter has already directed films such as Valentine's Day And Cats on her account (as well as her eagerly awaited Feature film directorial debut on the horizon) and thanks Harry Styles' Role in the MCUs The EternalsThe journey from pop star to superhero is something we know ~all too well~. Here's everything we know about Deadpool 3 — and Taylor’s possible role in the new Summer film.


Will Taylor Swift play Dazzler in Deadpool 3?

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In a new interview with fandangoRyan Reynolds finally addresses the cameo rumors… sort of. “There's so much speculation about so many people who could end up in the movie,” Ryan says. “I saw one who was convinced Elvis was in the movie. Anything can happen and that's what I love about this universe. Surprises are the essence of Dead Pool.”

The rumor that Taylor Swift will perform as Dazzler (which has been circulating on the Internet since Taylora picture with the cast and crew from 2016 X-Men: Apocalypse) gained popularity after a video of The DisInsiderThe mutant, a singer who can turn sound into light, has long been a favorite of MCU boss Kevin Feige.

“Many years ago, I asked Kevin Feige, if he ever made his own Marvel movie, which character he would want to focus on,” said Fandagos Eric Davis tweeted. “He said Dazzler. He's a huge fan.”

Dazzler (whose real name is Alison and Taylor's middle name) can not only manipulate sound and light, but also create holograms. “The louder the source, the more powerful the output,” says Marvel's official page. “She can also shoot flashes of light from her fingers, hands, eyes, and other body parts.”

Not only would the character's similarities with a pop star make sense, Taylor is also good friends with Ryan Reynolds and his wife Blake Lively. Her children were included in Taylor's music (like the intro to Call's “Gorgeous” and the names of folklore's fictional characters). Ryan lent Taylor his Deadpool suit for Halloween and both the Deadpool 3 Announcement and All Too Well: The Short Film were filmed in Ryan and Blake's house.

On February 16, the official Australian Marvel Entertainment account a photo of some Deadpool and Wolverine friendship bracelets, in addition to a rainbow bracelet, confirming the July 25 release date. “Besties,” the caption reads. Considering Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is known for friendship bracelets and since she was in Australia at the time, all signs point to a possible cameo!!

“There are a lot of surprises,” says Deadpool 3 actor Karan Soni diversity. “Let's just say a lot of people traveled to London.” While some sources confirm Taylor's casting and others deny it, dazzlingFan-Art We have to tide us over until we get an official announcement!

Is Deadpool 3 coming out soon?

Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool Deadpool and Wolverine

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Deadpool 3 will be released in cinemas on July 26, 2024. The film was originally scheduled for May 3, 2024, but due to the Strikes in Hollywood it became one of many time-shifted films. It will be available on Disney+ later this year.

What is Deadpool & Wolverine about?

Poster with Deadpool and Wolverine

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Ryan Reynolds announced Deadpool and Wolverine with a hilarious Instagram post on September 27, 2022.”[Deadpool’s] first appearance in the MCU must of course feel special,” he says in the video. (The first Dead Pool was distributed by 20th Century Fox). “We have to stay true to the character.” He jokes that despite all his brainstorming, he has no ideas for the film – other than bringing Hugh Jackman back as Wolverine.

“Hey Hugh,” Ryan says as Hugh walks through the background of the video, “Want to play Wolverine again?”

“Yes, sure, Ryan,” Hugh replies.

The announcement immediately started trending on social media (Ryan's original post currently has 3.8 million likes), and while we don't have many official plot details yet (Marvel likes to keep its surprises, well, surprising), we do know that time travel will play a role.

Watch the hilarious, bloody and crazy Deadpool 3 Trailer Here! The film tells the classic, funny yet bloody story we expect from Ryan Reynolds, but also introduces newer MCU details, such as the TVA from Loki and the next chapter of superheroes thanks to Wolverine! We've never seen the X-Men in the MCU before and I can't wait to see how they shape the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Who is in the cast of Deadpool and Wolverine?

Cast of Deadpool 3: Deadpool and Wolverine

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In addition to Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, we will see Morena Baccarin as Vanessa, Stefan Kapičić as Colossus, Brianna Hildebrand as Warhead, Shioli Kutsuna as Yukio and Owen Wilson as Mobius (who Loki), as well as SuccessionMatthew Macfadyen and The crown's Emma Corrin. Jennifer Garner will also reprise her role as Elektra from 2003 Daredevil and 2005 Electra. Stay tuned for an updated list of Deadpool and Wolverine Cameos!

Is there a Wolverine variant in Deadpool & Wolverine?

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One of the craziest Deadpool 3 Theories suggest that we will actually see multiple Wolverines – not just Hugh Jackman’s version. After the introduction of the TVA, the multiverse and series like What if? (not to mention Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness (and we have John Krasinski as Mr. Fantastic!!) anything is possible these days when it comes to casting in the MCU. The most popular Deadpool 3 Casting theory says we'll see Taron Egerton and Daniel Radcliffe, and I'd be more than happy with either of them.

Is Deadpool's girlfriend alive in Deadpool 3?

Morena Baccarin as Vanessa Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool Wade Wilson

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Yes, it seems that Vanessa lives in Deadpool 3What?! It turns out that Wade (with a little help from Warhead and Yukio) used a time device to go back and save her before she met her untimely end. However, it looks like this decision will get him in trouble with the Time Variance Authority (TVA). To be honest, this shouldn't surprise him. They don't joke around.

Why is Deadpool 3 part of the MCU?

Cast of Deadpool 3 Deadpool and Wolverine

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After Disney acquired 21st Century Fox in 2019, characters such as the X-Men, Deadpool and the Fantastic Four joined the MCU. Hugh Jackman's involvement in Deadpool 3 marks Wolverine's introduction to the MCU. And we finally got the official news that our Fantastic Four is played by The last of us Star Pedro Pascal, The crown's Vanessa Kirby, Stranger Things“Joseph Quinn and The bearEbon Moss-Bachrach from The Movie. Now that's an all-star cast!

Are you looking forward to the cast for Deadpool 3? Let us know in the comments and check out the rest of this year's summer movies!

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