Ryan Reynolds Makes Joke About Meghan Markle's Jam Brand on Podcast

Ryan Reynolds recently made a joke about Meghan Markle's business during an episode of Conan O'Brien's podcast, 'Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend,' where he humorously compared his father's job as a "middleman for jars of jam" to Markle's lifestyle brand, As Ever. The joke involved Reynolds suggesting, in a playful tone, that his father worked for Meghan Markle, prompting laughter from O'Brien and Reynolds alike. Despite the humor, some fans criticized Reynolds for the joke amid his own ongoing legal issues involving his wife, Blake Lively. The joke referenced Markle's As Ever brand, which features jams and other home products and had a successful launch shortly before. Notably, Reynolds and Markle had appeared together recently on the Time100 Summit panel to discuss social causes, showing a more collaborative side despite the comedic jab. Overall, Reynolds' joke was seen as lighthearted but sparked mixed reactions given the broader context of public scrutiny both celebrities face.