Ryan Reynolds made a surprise appearance as Deadpool at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, but many fans overlooked the clever Canadian joke hidden in his costume.
Deadpool's Comic-Con appearance
Reynolds, known for his irreverent portrayal of the Marvel anti-hero, crashed the panel for the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Dressed in a grey version of Deadpool's suit, he questioned Robert Downey Jr. about the movie and hinted at wanting a role in taking down Doctor Doom. The audience laughed, but the costume's true meaning went unnoticed by many.
The 'Jeanpool' reveal
Comic fans initially speculated the grey suit signaled an X-Force movie, as Deadpool wears a muted costume on that team. However, Reynolds later shared a photo on Instagram with the caption '#jeanpool', calling it a 'Canadian Tuxedo'. The suit was actually made of denim, featuring a large Canadian flag sewn on the front. According to Reynolds, the term 'Canadian tuxedo' originates from 1951, when Bing Crosby was denied hotel entry for wearing all-denim, prompting Levi Strauss & Co to create a custom denim tuxedo.
Fan reactions and the missed joke
Despite the overlooked gag, fans enjoyed the bit, especially when Jeanpool revealed he carried his own microphone. The Avengers cast told him they weren't planning 'any last-minute additions' to the movie, drawing 'awws' from the crowd. Avengers: Doomsday is set for release on December 18, 2026.
