In the glam and glitz of Hollywood, certain celebrity friendships have transcended traditional boundaries, becoming more akin to family ties. Courtesy, Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Swift, quite literally since Swift is the godmother to Reynolds’ children. However, their relationship further extends beyond familial obligations, being more of a symbiotic relationship. The duo is certainly a prime example of friends with benefits, only to ride on the coattails of each other when it comes to amassing popularity.

What fans think to be some of their favorite crossovers of all time, is actually the stars building on their fame, says a Hollywood Insider. 

As per Life & Style (via GeoTV), an insider revealed that Ryan Reynolds' long-term career strategy, aided by his eight-year friendship with Taylor Swift, gives him an upper edge. Despite his wife, Blake Lively, finding herself at the center of numerous controversies and rivalry, Taylor Swift's presence as their all-time celebrity ally is something that has been shielding them from any kind of downfall. 

Another insider even shared with Heat Magazine that Blake Lively was putting the Taylor Swift effect to use, frequently mentioning their close relationship in interviews. The source further added that the actress is leveraging Swift’s massive popularity to boost her own profile, with Swift's support being "invaluable" navigating in the industry. This has reportedly brought the two women even closer together.

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The value adding is although not one-sided as Deadpool's association with the artist that Taylor Swift is, has all the more expanded her audience. 

Taylor Swift's friendship with Ryan Reynolds scored her a new badge of followers. Deadpool enthusiasts, amalgamated with the Swifties to turn into a mixed fan base called 'Swift-pool' of sorts. By befriending Reynolds, Swift tapped into a fresh wave of fans who adore his sarcastic superhero alter ego. Swifties get a dose of Deadpool humor, while Deadpool fans get a taste of T-Swift's chart-topping magic.

Not to mention the extended branch of NFL fans who have come along Taylor Swift's beau, ever since their relationship turned into a full-bloom romance. To add to it, Blake Lively's rom-com enthusiasts already exist in the lot. Hence, if this is not Hollywood's best crossover of both fans and their stars, god knows what is. 

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