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New Evidence Fuels Theory That Deadpool & Wolverine’s Nicepool Was a Dig at Justin Baldoni, Did Disney Participate in a Bullying Campaign?

March 12, 2025  ·
  Marvin Montanaro
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Ryan Reynolds as Nicepool in Deadpool and Wolverine - Disney+

When Justin Baldoni first claimed that Deadpool & Wolverine’s Nicepool was based on him, most people laughed it off. But with new details emerging—including a deleted scene that directly references Baldoni’s real-life podcast—that theory is looking more credible than ever.

And if it's true, it raises a far bigger issue: Did Disney and Marvel knowingly participate in a high-profile bullying campaign designed to publicly humiliate Baldoni?

With Marvel’s reputation already struggling, the idea that the studio signed off on a character designed to mock someone involved in an ongoing legal battle would be a major stain on its already rocky public image.

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Author: Marvin Montanaro
Marvin Montanaro is the Editor-in-Chief of That Park Place and a seasoned entertainment journalist with nearly two decades of experience across multiple digital media outlets and print publications. He joined That Park Place in 2024, bringing with him a passion for theme parks, pop culture, and film commentary. Based in Orlando, Florida, Marvin regularly visits Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, offering firsthand reporting and analysis from the parks. He’s also the creative force behind The M4 Empire YouTube channel, bringing a critical eye toward the world of pop culture. Montanaro’s insights are rooted in years of real-world reporting and editorial leadership. He can be reached via email at mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X: http://x.com/marvinmontanaro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinmontanaro Facebook: https://facebook.com/marvinmontanaro YouTube: http://YouTube.com/TheM4Empire Email: mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com
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Mad Lemming

“It’S nOt BuLlYiNg WhEn OuR sIdE dOeS iT!” – The “loving and tolerant” left

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