How Ryan Reynolds Offered Hugh Jackman a Shoulder to Cry on During His Split With Ex-Wife, Deborra Lee-Furness

Published 05/29/2024, 9:15 PM EDT

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Hollywood has witnessed legendary friendships and animosity between A-listers for ages. Still, none has equaled Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman's love and sauciness for each other. The Deadpool star, and the Wolverine actor, soon to share screens in their highly anticipated upcoming flick, are regular at taking periodical swipes against each other, keeping their audience well entertained. However, behind the screens, they are humans after all. Not just in joy, but also in sorrow, the duo has been inseparable. 

As any other best friend would, Ryan Reynolds played a huge role in helping Hugh Jackman cope with his divorce from his former wife. 

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In the latest feature interview for PEOPLE, the two best friends ran across a few moments of their lives that they have survived together. Speaking of Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, 55, revealed how he has become his support system over the years. “There's probably fewer friends in our life that guy can say anything to, the stuff you're ashamed, embarrassed, anything,” he said, recalling the times Reynolds stood for him during hardships. 

Jackman believes he could say anything to Reynolds and so could he in times of distress, and it gives a sense of comfort for them both. The Logan star does not feel like he is going to be judged or necessarily be answered when he is around his friend-turned-younger brother, Reynolds, who has also revealed in the past how Jackman was his savior. The Deadpool actor did not take any time to chime into Jackman's statements with a hilarious remark about their relation so far. 

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Renowned for his witty remarks and saucy commentary, Reynolds proved how he boosts Jackman’s mood, yet again. 

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Lightening the air after having talked of Hugh Jackman's struggle through the separation, Ryan Reynolds immediately jumped into a remarkable comment, which has taken back readers and fans alike. 'I think the secret to a long-lasting Hollywood friendship is not too dissimilar to having a partner or a marriage,' said the 47-year-old.

Meanwhile, his wife of 12 years got fierce competition from Ryan Reynolds' best friend of 17. The IF actor revealed how he is low-key, always rooting for Jackman, just as he does for his wife, Blake Lively. “I want you to win. It's the same way I feel for her,” added the star. Indeed, the bond between Reynolds and Jackman is stronger than ever and this might reflect on screens on July 26th in Deadpool & Wolverine. 

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