Fact Check: Did Ryan Reynolds wear a T-shirt with the slogan 'Kamala Removes Nasty Orange Stains'?

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A photo that circulated online in late July 2024 sparked a lot of discussion. It reportedly showed actor Ryan Reynolds wearing a black T-shirt with the slogan "Kamala Removes Nasty Orange Stains."

The phrase, a playful jab at former US President Donald Trump and a nod to Vice President Kamala Harris, quickly caught the attention of social media users.

The image of Reynolds, known for his quick wit and humor, seemed almost believable, but it raised questions about its authenticity, as per Snopes.

Ryan Reynolds' wearing T-shirt with 'Kamala removes nasty orange stains' slogan goes viral

The image first appeared on platforms like X and Threads, gaining traction as users debated its legitimacy. Some viewers accepted the photo as genuine, praising or criticizing Ryan Reynolds based on their political leanings.

One user commented, "Another reason to love Ryan Reynolds," while another expressed disappointment, stating, "So now I can't watch his movies, oh well." The post garnered over 183,000 views, adding fuel to the speculation surrounding the actor's supposed political statement.

Retailers soon capitalized on the buzz, with various online shops offering similar T-shirts for sale.

The design mimicked the branding style of Tide laundry detergent, adding a familiar touch to the playful jab. Despite the increasing attention, a closer look revealed several inconsistencies that suggested the image was a digitally altered hoax.

Several red flags can be seen on image showing Ryan Reynolds wearing the T-shirt

Several red flags suggested the photo was not authentic. For instance, it depicted Reynolds with an unidentifiable tattoo on his left forearm, a detail missing from verified images of the actor.

At the San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2024, Reynolds appeared with Hugh Jackman without any such tattoo, as confirmed by Getty Images. This inconsistency cast doubt on the authenticity of the viral image.

Further investigation revealed no credible news outlets had reported on Reynolds wearing the controversial T-shirt. Additionally, a search of the actor's official Instagram account found no evidence of him ever donning such apparel.

A reverse image search on Google and an upload to Getty Images yielded no matching images, suggesting the photo had been digitally manipulated.

Experts noted inconsistencies in the image's lighting, shadows, and texture, particularly around the T-shirt's slogan. While the logo appeared smooth, the surrounding fabric seemed artificially crumpled, unlike the natural folds seen in genuine photos of Reynolds.

These details strongly suggested the image had been doctored, either by superimposing the actor's head onto another body or adding the text digitally.

The incident highlights a broader trend of digitally altered images, especially in the political realm.

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