Reynolds reveals shocking crash that nearly killed him

Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds has opened up about a horrifying road accident that nearly cost him his life when he was just 18 years old.

The 49-year-old actor shared the frightening experience during a recent appearance in a GQ video, where he assembled IKEA furniture alongside his Welcome to Wrexham co-star Rob Mac.

Despite making the responsible decision not to drive and choosing to walk home, he was struck by a drunk driver.

Recalling the devastating incident, the Deadpool & Wolverine star revealed that he spent four weeks in hospital following the collision. He suffered multiple fractures, breaking every bone on the left side of his body.

According to Reynolds, the impact was so severe that the vehicle involved in the crash was left completely inoperable.

The actor’s revelation comes shortly after he was spotted enjoying an outing with his wife, Blake Lively, in New York City. The couple’s appearance attracted considerable attention on social media, with their public display of affection becoming a topic of debate.

The pair were photographed walking through the city, stopping to take selfies with fans. Lively was also seen playfully patting her husband’s backside, while Reynolds gave her a piggyback ride along the sidewalk.

However, their seemingly playful outing received mixed reactions online, with some social media users questioning its authenticity and describing the interaction as staged.

Reynolds’ latest revelation has brought renewed attention to a frightening chapter of his life, highlighting how a decision to walk rather than drive did not spare him from a potentially fatal accident.