Ryan Reynolds Insists He and Blake Lively Are Both ‘Working Class’—Their Property Portfolio Says Otherwise

Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are getting some serious heat after the “Deadpool” star described the two of them as “very working class.” Critics were swift to point out the comment does not apply to his spouse, who grew up in a family of working actors and began her own lucrative on-screen career as a teen.

Reynolds, 48, made the remark in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter while discussing how he and Lively, 37, are raising their four children: James, 10, Inez, 8, Betty, 5, and Olin, 1.

“We try to give them as normal a life as possible. I try not to impose upon them the difference in their childhood to my childhood or my wife’s childhood,” Reynolds said.

“We both grew up very working class, and I remember when they were very young, I used to say or think, like, ‘Oh, God, I would never have had a gift like this when I was a kid’ or ‘I never would’ve had this luxury of getting takeout.’ Then I realized that that’s not really their bag of rocks to carry.

“They’re already very much in touch with gratitude and understanding the world enough to have a strong sense of empathy. Those are the things that I would think [would indicate] we’re doing an OK job—if our kids can empathize with other people and other kids,” he continued.

“But yes, it’s different. When I was a kid, you would just suck it up, get out of the house and be back by sundown, which I just can’t even imagine now.”

Reynolds was soon blasted for his “out-of-touch” statement, with critics calling attention to Lively’s upbringing, which many would consider to be very privileged.

The “It Ends With Us” star grew up in the entertainment world and has been described by some as a “nepo baby.” Her father, Ernie Lively, an actor and director who died in 2021, reportedly cast her in his directorial project, “Sandman,” at the age of 10.

Meanwhile, her mother, Elaine, was a talent scout. Her parents and siblings have all reportedly worked in the entertainment industry.

While Lively was attending Burbank High School, her brother’s talent agent is said to have sent her on several auditions, through which she ultimately landed a role in the hit movie “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” at the age of 16.

“Quick search: She grew up in Tarzana and then went to Burbank High. Her whole family was in the entertainment business,” one person wrote under an Instagram post highlighting Reynolds’ quote.

“She was cast in ‘Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants’ while she was a teen. … Anyway none of that matters bc she’s rich and insufferable now. Bye.”

Another added, “Things out-of-touch rich people say.”

A third commented, “Stop trying to make Relatable Blake happen, it’s NOT going to happen.”

As for Reynolds, his upbringing in Canada appears to have been much more humble than his wife’s. His late father was a cop, and his mother worked in retail.

These days, the successful showbiz couple boast an incredible shared fortune that is estimated to be worth upward of $350 million—and they have a swanky real estate portfolio to boot, having snapped up two dynamically different homes during their marriage: a country estate in Pound Ridge, NY, and a chic Tribeca loft in New York City.

Serene surroundings

When in need of country life away from the bustling city, the family can escape to their suburban home in Westchester County, about an hour’s drive from Manhattan.

The upscale area is popular with celebrities: Susan Sarandon, Richard Gere, and Mike Myers have all lived here. It’s also not too far from Martha Stewart‘s 153-acre farm in Bedford, NY. Apparently, the domestic maven wasn’t impressed when introduced, calling the “Deadpool & Wolverine” star “not so funny” in real life.

According to property records, the two picked up the Pound Ridge estate for $5.7 million in 2012—the same year they married.

Built in 1860, the seven-bedroom mansion offers 7,594 square feet of living space.

The 12-acre parcel appears to have a converted barn on the premises, as well as stone walls, a stocked pond, and orchards.

While no photos of the ultraprivate property are available, a shot from Reynolds’ Instagram account with his mom gives a sense of the graphite exteriors of the charming property.

Chic in the city

When Reynolds and Lively want a date night, or head to events like the Met Gala, they can crash at their lavish pied-à-terre.

It’s also where the “Gossip Girl” alum flaunts her fashion-forward wardrobe on Instagram, and from those pretty pics, we’ve gotten a peek of the rustic-cool spaces.

According to multiple reports, the couple have a stylish condo in a haute Tribeca building. It’s a celebrity hot spot, as it’s been home to Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lawrence, and Harry Styles, among others.

Once a 19th-century book bindery, the building was converted into luxe residences with unique character. It now offers 53 loft-style homes and eight penthouses.

Offering the “highest degree of service,” the building also provides on-site, 24/7 staff.

Lively and Reynolds must love the history combined with the convenience of the paparazzi-proof building, where units cost anything from $6 million to $50 million.

We don’t know specifically which unit they picked, but they had an option of a variety of spaces, including a loft or penthouse.

Custom kitchens designed by Christopher Peacock are encased in wood and fluted glass cabinetry with 2-inch-thick Calacatta marble on the kitchen islands. Primary baths feature slabs of marble behind a free-standing tub, radiant floor heating, and a glass-enclosed rain shower with a built-in bench.

Residents also enjoy an indoor pool, fitness center, wine lockers, and other high-end amenities. And paparazzi-averse residents can enter the building through a private garage, another huge perk.