Ryan Reynolds
This goo was worth a point in October 2025.
publication date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 (part of October 2025)
category: 
Movies
clue: His "merc with a mouth" might yet join the Avengers in a future Marvel film, but for now, his first marriage remains his primary connection to the team, although it proved to be short-lived and not as lively as his second marriage.
explanation: Deadpool actor Reynolds was the husband of Black Widow actress Scarlett Johansson from 2008 to 2011. Since 2012, he has been married to Blake Lively. more…
intended difficulty: very easy
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, Richard Slominsky, Matthew Preston, Erik Bates, and LaVonne Lemler
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