Nick Pauley Becomes Deadpool's Dance Double in "Deadpool and Wolverine" Opening Number

In an unexpected twist of fate, Nick Pauley, who initially taught himself to dance to NSYNC for an audition, landed an exciting role as the dance double for Deadpool in the opening number of "Deadpool and Wolverine."

The story behind this remarkable achievement is both inspiring and amusing. Pauley, who had no formal dance training, managed to impress casting agents with his self-taught skills. His dedication paid off when he was chosen to perform the dance routine in place of Ryan Reynolds. Fans and commenters alike were quick to share their thoughts on this incredible journey.

One user humorously noted, "His downstairs neighbors hate him," highlighting the dedication and practice Pauley must have put in. Others drew comparisons with actor Christian Bale, suggesting that Bale would have gone to great lengths to perfect the choreography, while Ryan Reynolds opted for a stand-in.

The choice to use a double instead of Reynolds himself sparked mixed reactions. Some fans expressed their surprise, expecting Reynolds to perform the dance due to his versatile acting range. One user commented, "Kind of expected Ryan himself doing it, he's got range." Another added, "It’s so sad that he couldn't even afford a suit and tie and had to wear a rug from the 70's to the premiere."

Despite the mixed feelings, many congratulated Pauley on his hard work and success. Comments like "Worked hard, got the job. Congratulations. I hope you had a great time from start to finish," and "F***ing love that he right away throws that Sorry Mom after f-bomb. Show me a guy that respects his mother and I'll pick him for anything at all over one who doesn't," showed appreciation for his dedication and character.

The video also sparked discussions on how the dance scene could have featured other celebrities. Some fans were surprised that NSYNC members Justin Timberlake or JC Chasez were not brought in for the Deadpool dancing bit, while others remarked on how they initially thought the dancer was Reynolds, only to find out it was Pauley.

Nick Pauley's name seemed to perfectly fit his new-found fame, as one user pointed out, "Nick Pauley is exactly the name I would assume someone who did this would have." His rapid learning skills also impressed many, with a comment stating, "He got the call to learn the dance from his agent though he couldn't name the part, so he learned the dance in 30 minutes."

This story has not only highlighted Pauley's talent but has also set a new standard for Deadpool cosplayers, who may now feel the need to at least learn part of the dance. Pauley's journey proves that with dedication and a bit of self-taught skill, one can achieve remarkable feats, even dancing alongside Deadpool in a blockbuster hit.