Arts & Entertainment
Ryan Reynolds signs on for ‘Deadpool 2’
the superhero movie is the highest grossed R-rated film ever
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Ryan Reynolds has signed on to play the pansexual superhero Deadpool once again, reports Heroic Hollywood.
Reynolds was in talks to increase his earnings after making $2 million for the first film. “Deadpool” ended up raking in $754 million at the box office making it the most successful film in the X-Men franchise. It also earned the title of highest grossing R-rated movie of all time.
According to Heroic Hollywood, details on the new contract have not been released but Reynolds would make more money.
Deadpool is seen flirting and showing sexual attraction to both men and women in the film, making him the first non-heterosexual superhero to have his own movie.
Variety reported writer Rhett Reese has said Deadpool’s sexuality would be explored further in a sequel.
“We knew that was part of the comics. We wanted to honor that in the movie,” Reese says.
Reynolds has also stated he would like Deadpool to have a same-sex romance in the sequel.
“That would be great. I certainly wouldn’t be the guy standing in the way of that,” Reynolds says. “I love that about Deadpool. I love that he can break any boundary. In the future, I hope we get to do that more.”
Filming is scheduled to begin this fall.
Sports
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Games to take place next month in Italy
“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.
HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.
The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.
The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Comings & Goings
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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday
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