Scarlett Johansson praises Ryan Reynolds more than 10 years after their divorce

After so many years, and after having maintained a somewhat hermetic position with respect to the separation from Ryan Reynolds, the actress Scarlett Johansson opens up about her marriage to ‘Deadpool’ star (Star+) and her love life in a recent interview with Gwyneth Paltrow on her podcast Goop, a fact that took her by surprise and therefore had significance in the international media.

The Marvel Studios actress reflected on her three marriages and complimented Ryan Reynolds, who she described as a nice guy, something that hadn’t happened since their split. The couple got married in 2008 and separated in 2011, and have never seen each other again, there are even rumors that their relationship ended badly and that the actor has refused to work with her in the future.

Scarlett Johansson opened up about her relationship with Reynolds and their short marriage, which took place when they met on the set of ‘Iron Man 2’ (Disney Plus). The actress also opened up about her two other marriages, including her most recent to Colin Jost, whom she wed in 2020. Johansson explained how she learned to set boundaries and identify what she needed in a partner after his previous marriages.

The hostess was asked if she had been married twice, however, with good style and good humor, Johansson pointed out that there were three. Paltrow remarked, “Oh! It is true! I forgot you were married to Ryan Reynolds!” as the actress smiled.

The truth is, we haven’t been married for a long time, but we were when I met you on the set of Iron Man 2,” said Scarlett Johansson.

“We love the good Ryan Reynolds in our house,” Paltrow continued, at the time Scarlett Johansson politely praised Ryan Reynolds, the first since their divorce in 2011, after just over three years together:

He’s a good guy,” the actress told her ex-boyfriend.

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Scarlett Johanson reflects on the importance of married life

The actress also spoke about the importance of being in a relationship with a compassionate person and how this trait is essential to the longevity of a relationship. Johansson and Jost just had their first child together, named Cosmo, a year after their intimate wedding.

I never realized that I really need to be with a compassionate person. This is a key feature that must be present,” she reflects.

Following his split from Reynolds, the actor married Blake Lively in 2012 and they currently have four children together. Johansson married French journalist Romain Dauriac in 2014 and they had a daughter named Rose but divorced three years later. The actress has learned a lot from her previous marriages and seems to be very happy with her current relationship with Jost.

Understanding what those basic things you need in a partner are essential, I believe, to longevity. I think identifying those things was a game changer for me.”

At the interview, Johansson also spoke about his experience in the film industry. and how his career has evolved over the years. The actress has portrayed many iconic characters and has been recognized for her acting talent and prowess.

Although Johansson is usually very private with her private life, her interview with Paltrow was an opportunity to speak openly about her experiences and learnings in love and marriage. The actress also stressed the importance of learning from past relationships and identifying what’s truly important in a couple.

Overall, the interview was an opportunity to get to know Scarlett Johansson a little more and to reflect on the love life of one of Hollywood’s most talented and successful actresses.