Ryan Reynolds follows Jason Momoa as Yas Island’s new chief island officer
Reynolds, best known for his role as the irreverent Deadpool, will now be tasked with putting Yas Island on the map for an international audience
In a move that’s sure to raise eyebrows and elicit laughs, Hollywood heartthrob Ryan Reynolds has been appointed as the latest chief island officer of Yas Island Abu Dhabi, following in the footsteps of stars like Jason Momoa and Kevin Hart.
Reynolds, best known for his role as the irreverent Deadpool, will now be tasked with putting Yas Island on the map for an international audience. And he wasted no time in making his mark, appearing in a teaser campaign released on Instagram.
In the promotional video, Reynolds, known for his quick wit and comedic timing, can be seen skydiving onto the Abu Dhabi island. However, true to form, he misses the mark and lands directly on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix circuit instead of the intended landing spot at the W Abu Dhabi Hotel.
Ryan Reynolds to showcase all that Yas Island has to offer
But this mishap doesn’t dampen the excitement surrounding Reynolds’ new role. Yas Island is gearing up for big things with its newest ambassador, and Reynolds seems more than up to the task of showcasing all the island has to offer.
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From the thrilling rides at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi to the serene beaches of Café Del Mar, Reynolds promises to bring his signature humor and charm to every corner of Yas Island. And with a track record of success as a Hollywood star and owner of a Welsh football club, there’s no doubt he’ll make waves in his new position.
Fans of Yas Island were buzzing with excitement leading up to the announcement, with speculation running wild about who the next chief island officer would be. But now that Reynolds has taken the reins, it’s clear that Yas Island is in for a wild ride.
Reynolds has his hands full this year with Deadpool 3 slated for release on July 26. The actor teams up with Hugh Jachman’s Wolverine in the third iteration of the Marvel anti-superhero movie.
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