Power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are poised to join the elite billionaire ranks in Hollywood as their investments continue to flourish, amᴀssing significant wealth.
Since their discreet wedding in Carolina, USA, 11 years ago, the couple has expanded their family to four children while simultaneously achieving remarkable success in their respective careers. Reynolds has consistently landed leading roles in major films like Marvel’s ᴅᴇᴀᴅpool, The Adam Project, and Free Guy, while Lively has starred in A Simple Favor (sequel), Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants, and The Age of Adaline.
Beyond their film careers, the couple has ventured into lucrative personal brands, with Reynolds owning Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile, and Lively launching the alcohol-free bubbly mixer, Betty Buzz. They also serve as ambᴀssadors for top fashion brands such as Chanel, Stella McCartney, Piaget, and Armani Code.
According to BBC News, Reynolds’ March 2023 investment in Mint Mobile, a budget-friendly phone service, yielded at least $300 million when telecom giant T-Mobile announced its acquisition for over $1.35 billion.
Celebrity Net Worth estimates their combined ᴀssets at $180 million before this latest windfall, but with recent investments, their fortune is set to double overnight.
Film Industry SuccessBoth Lively and Reynolds have amᴀssed substantial earnings in the film and television industry. Lively gained fame as Serena Van Der Woodsen in Gossip Girl, while Reynolds continues to be celebrated for his portrayal of ᴅᴇᴀᴅpool.
Lively has headlined hit films like A Simple Favor, The Shallows, and Savages, while Reynolds has broken box office records with films like Free Guy, The Adam Project, Red Notice, and the immensely successful ᴅᴇᴀᴅpool franchise, grossing over $780 million worldwide.
Extravagant Car CollectionReportedly owning a fleet of at least 20 cars, the couple’s collection includes luxury vehicles such as the Lamborghini Aventador, Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes-Benz 190 SL, Audi R8, a modern Dodge Challenger with distinctive red and black stripes, Chevrolet Equinox, and motorcycles like the Ducati GT1000 and Triumph Bonneville.
Prominent BrandsIn 2020, Reynolds made millions as Diageo acquired Aviation American Gin, a craft spirits company he co-owned, for a reported $610 million. He is also the global ambᴀssador for luxury Swiss watchmaker Piaget and boasts an impressive watch collection featuring classic pieces from Omega, Cartier, Panerai, and Chopard.
Lively, known for her keen business acumen, launched Betty Buzz, a line of alcohol-free beverages with natural ingredients. She is also a brand ambᴀssador for Chanel, L’Oreal, and Stella McCartney.
Maximum Effort ProductionsIn 2018, Reynolds partnered with content expert George Dewey to establish Maximum Effort, a film production and marketing agency. The brand creates films, TV shows, advertisements, and entertainment-themed cocktails. Acquired by MNTN advertising platform in 2021, Reynolds remains the brand’s creative director alongside Dewey.
Wrexham Football ClubFeatured in the Disney+ documentary “Welcome to Wrexham,” the film details Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s unexpected purchase of Wrexham AFC, a Welsh football club, in 2021. This surprising move sparked interest and questions among fans, as the Hollywood stars entered the realm of sports ownership.
Match Group – Behind Tinder, Match.com, and HingeReynolds currently sits on the board of Match Group, the company behind popular dating apps Tinder and Hinge. He has invested millions in computer pᴀssword software companies and ᴀsset management services.
Real Estate HoldingsAccording to Hello magazine, the couple owns a $5.7 million USD home in the New York suburbs. The Pound Ridge property features seven bedrooms and six bathrooms across 46,450 square meters, making it a favored location for other celebrities like Bruce Willis, Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Martha Stewart.
1Pᴀssword InvestmentIn 2022, Reynolds expanded his business empire by investing in 1Pᴀssword, a pᴀssword management software valued at $6.8 billion USD. He took on a prominent role in the startup’s advertising.
The dynamic duo’s commitment to specific projects and their joyful, fulfilled lifestyle may very well be the key to their continued success in Hollywood and beyond.
