Imagine losing a world record you’ve held for years, only to have it snatched away by a fellow superhero icon—all because of a blockbuster movie you both starred in. That’s exactly what happened to Hugh Jackman, and he’s not letting Wesley Snipes forget it. Deadpool & Wolverine wasn’t just a box office juggernaut, raking in over a billion dollars and thrilling fans worldwide; it also quietly reshuffled the superhero record books. Despite Jackman’s triumphant return as Wolverine, the film had an unexpected side effect: it cost him his Guinness World Record for the longest career as a live-action Marvel superhero.
During a promotional interview with BuzzFeed UK (via SuperHeroHype) for his latest film, Song Sung Blue, Jackman learned that his record had been surpassed by none other than Wesley Snipes, who reprised his role as Blade in the same movie. When asked if he regretted letting Snipes join the star-studded sequel, Jackman playfully quipped, “100%. If I’d known, I would’ve banned him. I’d have written him out.” The actor even joked about defriending Snipes on the spot, pulling out his phone for dramatic effect. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is it fair to blame Snipes for simply continuing his own iconic role? Or should Jackman have seen this coming?
The interviewer couldn’t resist asking if Jackman plans to reclaim his title. With a wink and a smile, the 57-year