Ryan Reynolds Reveals Jail Scare Over 2005 Regina Prank

Ryan Reynolds recently recounted a prank from the 2005 film Just Friends, where he and the art department placed a sign over the ‘Welcome to Regina’ sign that read, 'Welcome to Regina, which rhymes with fun,' during filming in Regina, Saskatchewan. Reynolds admitted it was one of the few times he feared going to jail, as the prank initially was considered vandalism by local officials, but they eventually found it humorous after the sign snapped off. This incident was shared during an episode of Conan O'Brien's podcast, where Reynolds also highlighted his ongoing prank war with close friend and co-star Hugh Jackman, including a notable fake awards attack ad targeting Jackman. The prank demonstrated Reynolds' blend of humor and mischief, showing how his comedic nature sometimes skirts the line between trouble and entertainment. Despite the scare, the town's officials' sense of humor turned a potential legal issue into a lighthearted story. Reynolds' prank-filled reputation continues to be a defining aspect of his off-screen persona.