WATCH: Ryan Reynolds Hilariously Encourages His Followers To Practice Social Distancing

Ryan Reynolds speaks out amid coronavirus pandemic

Ryan Reynolds has spoken out to his 35m Instagram followers about the importance of social distancing.

The actor jokes that celebrities are the ones who will get us through this pandemic.

 

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A post shared by Ryan Reynolds (@vancityreynolds) on Feb 2, 2020 at 3:28pm PST

In a video posted to his account, Ryan says, "We need to work to flatten the curve and fight off COVID-19."

"I think in times of crisis, I think we all know that it’s the celebrities we count on most."

He adds, "They’re the ones that are going to get us through this..."

 

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Ryan goes on, "Right after healthcare workers, of course. First responders..."

"People who work in essential services. Ping pong players. Mannequins, they’re great."

"Childhood imaginary friends, sure. Like 400 other types of people."

 

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A post shared by Ryan Reynolds (@vancityreynolds) on Nov 25, 2019 at 5:03am PST

Ryan finishes up, "Stay at home, practice social distancing, wash your hands, we are going to get through this thing together."

The Deadpool star captioned his post, 'Another important message from an important celebrity.'

'Let’s spread the word, not the virus.'

 

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Meanwhile, celebs including Demi Lovato, David Beckham and loads more have teamed up for Kevin Bacon's new initiative #IStayHomeFor.

Read more about that here.