Despite the ongoing legal drama surrounding Justin Baldoni, Blake Lively, and Ryan Reynolds, the Deadpool star appears to be maintaining a positive outlook during his public appearances.
On January 22, Reynolds posted on Instagram about his visit to Harvard Business School, sharing moments from the event with his followers. In one photo, he’s seen standing in front of a large crowd in a lecture hall, where he joked, “If my dad were even remotely alive enough to see me speaking at Harvard Business School, he’d be pretty impressed.” He added a humorous quip: “More due to his sudden aliveness… but also, what an opportunity to withhold affection AND see your child speak at Harvard.” This playful comment referenced his late father, James Chester Reynolds, who passed away in 2015 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
In the second photo, Reynolds is seen having a conversation with author Matt Higgins, with the actor writing, “Thank you, @mhiggins, for the thought conversation and tee up. This class has megawatt talent. The questions alone made me wiser.” It’s clear that despite the surrounding legal challenges, Reynolds is keeping his spirits up and engaging in thoughtful conversations with influential figures.
Previously, Reynolds had been seen in New York City on January 16, coinciding with the day Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni filed a lawsuit against him, Lively, and publicist Leslie Sloane. Before that, Reynolds made a notable appearance at the National Board of Reviews Awards Gala, where he served as a presenter.
It seems that amidst the controversy, Reynolds continues to keep a level head and focus on his work and public engagements.