Ryan Reynolds has been sent a “Wales forever Mr Lively” message by fellow movie star Sir Anthony Hopkins following Welcome to Wrexham’s Emmy win.
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- Documentary series lands prestigious prize
- Recognition for efforts in North Wales
- Movie stars accept & acknowledge top award
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The popular FX-produced television series has landed another prestigious prize on the back of season two airing in 2023 – which showcased the Red Dragons’ stunning National League title triumph, while also covering promotion for the club’s women’s team and several local community stories.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Reynolds accepted Wrexham’s Emmy award while dressed up as his Deadpool on-screen alter ego – while holding a broken trophy loaned to him by Wolverine star Hugh Jackman – and made a point of including a “Cymru am byth, b*tches” message within his speech.
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WHAT HOPKINS SAID TO EYNOLDS
That nod was well received by Port Talbot native Hopkins – the Oscar-winning star of ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ and ‘The Father’ – with the legendary actor posting his own “Wales forever” message to “Mr Lively” after seeing efforts in North Wales recognised.
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WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM?
It has been confirmed that ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ will be back for a third series in 2024, with it possible that another successful promotion bid will be covered there – with Phil Parkinson’s side currently riding high in the League Two table.