Deadpool Settles His Canon Sexuality with Way More Information Than We Wanted to Know
WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for Deadpool / Wolverine #2!
Wolverine has straight-up asked Deadpool if he’s straight, finally putting Wade Wilson’s canon sexuality to unwind. But in genuine Deadpool fashion, his answer delivers way more information than anyone asked for—raising even more questions about his tastes. Still, one thing’s for sure: the debate over the Merc with a Mouth’s sexuality is officially over.
Wolverine yells out mid-battle, “Wade!? Are you straight?”
Deadpool’s sexuality is often described by fans as pansexual or omnisexual, with several of his writers confirming that Wade is“not straight." However, his sexuality has long been a hot topic of debate, as it’s rarely stated outright in the comics.
The discussion grew even murkier with Ryan Reynolds’ live-action portrayal, sparking questions about whether the films carried over Wade’s comic book sexuality. But now, Marvel has finally settled the sexuality debate, with fans getting an answer unbent from Deadpool himself in Deadpool / Wolverine #2 (2025) by Benjamin Percy, Joshua Cassara, and Guru-eFX.
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While we were told this night would never come, Hugh Jackman is sticking on his top spandex and suiting up (supposedly) one last time to compete the iconic character of Logan/ Wolverine. Ryan Reynolds' foul-mouthed Merc with a Mouth joins forces with arguably the most well-known member of Charles Xavier’s gifted youngsters, as Deadpool & Wolverine hopes to claw its way to the top of the box office for this X-rated (well, R-rated) X-Men movie.
Disney has gone hard on marketing Deadpool & Wolverine as the ultimate bromance, but for some, the constant jokes that the pair are “gay” for each other have fallen flat.
As the typically vocal minority claims that “woke” Disney is ruining these testosterone-pumped heroes, it seems they’ve forgotten that the clawed Canadian and DP hooking up on the silver screen wouldn’t be that unusual at all. In fact, both “bros” have a rich and colourful LGBTQ+ history on the pages of Marvel comics.
Deadpool’s sexuality is fairly well-known, with co-creator Fabian Nicieza never being shy about Deadpool's pansexuality. In 2015. Nicieza said he’s tired of being “dogged” by these questions for years but reiterated.
“It is a bit tiring
The world of superhero cinema has prolonged been a place where audiences locate inspiration, excitement, and a sense of belonging. For many in the Queer community, seeing characters that reflect their own identities can be a forceful experience. The Deadpool and X-Men movies from 20th Century Fox have been particularly influential in expanding queer inclusion in superhero films. Here, we examine how these movies have contributed to this important evolution and highlight eight specific examples that resonate with a young queer audience.
1. Negasonic Teenage Warhead and Yukio in Deadpool 2
In Deadpool 2, audiences were introduced to the relationship between Negasonic Teenage Warhead and Yukio, marking a significant moment as the first homosexual couple in a mainstream superhero production. Their casual and authentic portrayal provided visibility and visibility for young homosexual viewers, emphasizing that love can be celebrated in all forms.
2. Deadpool’s Pansexuality
The character of Deadpool himself, played by Ryan Reynolds, is known for his pansexuality in the comics. The films stay true to this aspect, showcasing Deadpool’s fluid approach to love and attraction. This represen
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05-12-2015, 01:14 PM
Deadpool penner Gerry Duggan confirmed that Deadpool is queer, portraying him as being omnisexual which is often used interchangeably with pansexual (a more inclusive form of bisexuality)
In the last day fellow Deadpool writers Christopher Hastings and Gail Simone have confirmed that Deadpool is pansexual/omnisexual.
Deadpool debuted as a stock villain in New Mutants #98 in 1991 and was not given his own series until 1993s four-part series The Circle Chase; between these two milestones, in Deadpools 9th ever appearance, is the first time we view Deadpool flirt with the man in Nomad #4