What Was the Ryan Reynolds ‘Deadpool 2’ Accident? Here’s What Really Happened

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Ryan Reynolds

has long cemented his place in Hollywood with blockbuster hits like Deadpool

and Free Guy,

earning both critical acclaim and massive box office returns. Deadpool 2,

in particular, raked in an impressive $785.9 million globally and secured an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. As Reynolds suited up in his signature red and black, delivering laughs and chaos, the production seemed unstoppable. However, behind the scenes, a single tragic event from the set left the cast and crew utterly devastated.

With fan curiosity at an all-time high, here is the full scoop on the shocking incident from the sets of Deadpool 2

that stunned everyone.

A dark day on the Deadpool 2 set: The incident that shook everyone

During filming for Deadpool 2

in Vancouver, a tragic accident occurred when a motorcycle stunt went fatally wrong, claiming the life of a professional stuntwoman, Joi Harris. The incident, which happened after several takes, led to an immediate production shutdown. Ryan Reynolds, deeply affected, expressed his heartbreak and shock in a heartfelt tweet, stating, “Today we tragically lost a member of our crew while filming Deadpool.”

Authorities, including the British Columbia Coroner’s Service and WorkSafeBC, launched a full investigation into the incident.

The stuntwoman, portraying the character Domino for a high-speed sequence, tragically lost control of her motorcycle while turning a corner on a Vancouver street. Reports reveal she was not wearing a helmet during the stunt. The role of Domino is played by Zazie Beetz in the film, directed by David Leitch, known for his action-packed style. The accident brought a sudden and sorrowful halt to the production. Joi Harris was later given credit in the film — a quiet but meaningful tribute that left a lasting mark on the production.

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The on-set tragedy left an irreplaceable void between the cast and crew. Though the pain lingered, Joi Harris was honored in the film’s credits with quiet reverence.

Everything to know about Joi Harris who was honored in Deadpool 2 credits after tragedy

Sequana Joi Harris, born on December 11, 1976, was a groundbreaking American motorcycle road racer and stuntwoman. She became the first African American woman licensed in motorcycle road racing, pursuing the sport professionally from 2014 after discovering her passion in 2009. Her life was tragically cut short on the set of Deadpool 2

during a high-speed stunt, while doubling for the character Domino. As a tribute, the film’s credits include a solemn dedication: “In memory of Sequana Harris,

” honoring her daring spirit and legacy.

Joi Harris was a passionate advocate for diversity in motorsports, encouraging both women and members of the African American community to pursue motorcycle racing. She first learned to ride in 2009, began competing by 2012, and earned her racing license in 2013. In 2014, she shattered barriers by becoming the first African American woman to race professionally and founded her team, Threader Racing, proudly riding with the number 24. While Ryan Reynolds has faced many public controversies

, none proved more devastating than the tragedy that unfolded during Deadpool 2.

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