Followers were quick to praise him for his donation, suggesting he has a "heart of gold" and describing his efforts as "amazing."
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Ryan Reynolds Has Donated $1 Million To Those In Need Amid Coronavirus Crisis
The Deadpool star also had a cheeky dig at Hugh Jackman
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Alex Pierotti
Actor Ryan Reynolds and wife, actress Blake Lively, are encouraging those who are more fortunate than others to give money for those in need following their $1million donation.
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The Deadpool star took to Instagram to inform fans that he and Lively had given to charities responsible for delivering food to the those struggling.
"Covid-19 has brutally impacted older adults and low income families. Blake & I are donating $1 million to be split between FEEDING America and FOOD Banks Canada. If you can give, these orgs need our help," he wrote in the photo.
"Take care of your bodies and hearts. Leave room for joy. Call someone who's isolated and might need connection."
But he also couldn't resist having a cheeky dig at Aussie star Hugh Jackman, just incase his fans need another reason to get involved.
"(Hugh Jackman's # is 1-555-😥-HUGH)" he added at the bottom.
Alex Pierotti
Alex Pierotti is the Digital Content Editor for Men's Health Australia, with experience reporting on health, fitness and sport. With a Journalism degree from UNSW under his belt, he got his start working in TV, working on the live broadcast of the Intrust Super Shute Shield on 7TWO before making the switch to print and digital at Pacific Magazines.