Ryan Reynolds's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Ryan Reynolds. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian-American actor, producer, and entrepreneur, renowned for his roles in comedic and superhero films. He achieved the distinction of being the world's second-highest-paid actor in both 2020 and 2024. His work has earned him several accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and nominations for two Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Films in which he starred as a leading actor have collectively grossed $6.6 billion globally, marking his significant impact on the film industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

2007: People's Sexiest Men Alive

In 2007, Ryan Reynolds was featured in People's Sexiest Men Alive list, acknowledging his sex appeal.

2009: People's Sexiest Men Alive List

Ryan Reynolds was featured again in People's Sexiest Men Alive list in 2009.

2010: Sexiest Man Alive

In 2010, Ryan Reynolds was named Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine.

December 15, 2016: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On December 15, 2016, Ryan Reynolds received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard.

2016: Critical and Commercial Success with Deadpool

In 2016, Ryan Reynolds achieved significant critical and commercial success with the superhero film "Deadpool", grossing $782 million. Critics praised Reynolds's performance.

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2016: Golden Globe Nomination

In 2016, Ryan Reynolds received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his role in Deadpool.

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2017: Time 100

In 2017, Ryan Reynolds was named as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine, landing him on the Time 100 list.

2018: Grammy Nomination

For the soundtrack of Deadpool 2, Ryan Reynolds received a Grammy nomination for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media in 2018.

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2020: Celebrity 100 List

In 2020, Ryan Reynolds was listed in Forbes' Celebrity 100 list as the eighteenth-most-powerful person in the world. The magazine also listed him as the second-highest-paid actor in the world that year, with earnings of $71.5 million.

November 26, 2021: Governor General Performing Arts Award

On November 26, 2021, Mary Simon, governor general of Canada, honoured Ryan Reynolds with a Governor General Performing Arts Award.

October 2022: Received Humanitarian Award and donated to Feeding America

In October 2022, Ryan Reynolds was honored with the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television's Humanitarian Award. The couple also donated $1 million to Feeding America.

August 2023: Order of British Columbia Recipient

In August 2023, Ryan Reynolds was announced as a recipient of the Order of British Columbia, British Columbia's highest honour.

November 2023: Order of British Columbia Ceremony

In November 2023, Ryan Reynolds and his fellow honorees were scheduled to receive the Order of British Columbia award at a ceremony in Victoria.

August 2024: Deadpool & Wolverine and It Ends with Us lead box office

In August 2024, Ryan Reynolds and his wife, Blake Lively, became the first married Hollywood couple since Bruce Willis and Demi Moore to have separate films leading the box office on the same weekend. Their respective films, "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "It Ends with Us", claimed the number one and two spots.

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December 19, 2024: Officer of the Order of Canada

On December 19, 2024, Ryan Reynolds was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada, recognizing both his achievements in film and his philanthropic contributions.