Ryan Reynolds Faces Backlash After ‘Condescending’ Red Carpet Exchange With Child Reporter

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Okay, so I saw this clip from the Toronto International Film Festival with Ryan Reynolds and a young reporter, and honestly, it’s been getting a lot of flak online. It’s gone pretty viral, and while he was trying to be funny, a lot of people are saying he came across as a bit condescending to the kid. It’s definitely sparked a conversation, and I can see where they’re coming from.

Videos shared on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram show Ryan Reynolds being interviewed by a young reporter named Liam on the red carpet. Reynolds quickly jumped in before Liam could finish his introduction, asking, “What’s the question?” When Liam politely greeted him, Reynolds smiled and said, “Nice to meet you too, but let’s get straight to the question.”

Even though Ryan Reynolds was smiling when he said it, the moment felt uncomfortable for a lot of people watching. Many online commented that the joke didn’t quite hit the mark, particularly because he was being interviewed by a child. The situation quickly led to discussion, with viewers wondering if Reynolds was just being playful or if he was being disrespectful.

Liam playfully asked Ryan Reynolds about his Tim Hortons breakfast, noticing the generous amount of chipotle mayo. Reynolds jokingly replied that he wished he could control the amount and would happily write a stern letter to the chef, pretending it was from Liam. He then asked Liam’s name and added he’d make the letter extra harsh, but would sign it with Liam’s name.

Reynolds maintained a smile during the conversation, but online reactions were divided. Many people thought the humor felt unnatural and wasn’t needed. One user commented that the interaction could damage the child’s confidence, while another criticized Reynolds’ approach, saying the boy was fortunate he still wanted to be interviewed. Some viewers also felt the actor was overly trying to be sarcastic, with one person stating that Reynolds needs to realize not every moment needs to be a joke.

This isn’t funny at all. Children don’t get jokes that rely on someone being unkind to them – it’s just plain mean. 😠 #ryanreynolds

— TV & Movie Addict 🍿🦋 (@TVMovieAddict) September 5, 2025

I couldn’t help but notice how much attention this moment got, and it’s probably because Ryan Reynolds has been all over the news lately. It seems like everything he does is being watched closely because of the legal stuff his wife, Blake Lively, is dealing with involving Justin Baldoni. And honestly, right around the same time, private texts between Ryan and Blake were leaked to the media, which just added fuel to the fire and got everyone talking even more about him.

Even after recent criticism, Ryan Reynolds remains very active. He’s working on several exciting projects, including a movie called Animal Friends with Jason Momoa and Aubrey Plaza. He’s also heavily involved with Wrexham AFC, the soccer club he co-owns, which recently gained attention for signing a player in a record-breaking deal. While at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Reynolds was promoting a documentary he’s producing about the late comedian John Candy, called John Candy: I Like Me.

People are still discussing whether a recent comment made about Reynolds was just a playful joke or a sign of a larger problem with how he comes across publicly. The video clip continues to be shared, and opinions are divided – some believe the joke was inappropriate, while others think it was simply misinterpreted.

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2026-02-01 11:14