Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over Wrexham AFC in 2021, transforming it from a struggling lower-tier club into a rising force in English football through strategic branding, sponsorship deals, and community engagement, ultimately leading to three consecutive promotions and significant financial growth, while leveraging their celebrity status and a popular documentary series to boost the club's profile and revenue.
Rob McElhenney humorously addresses his name change amid a storm in his town, while the article also covers various entertainment news including Jac Schaeffer's involvement in a new Amazon series, and the passing of Marvel legend Jim Shooter, along with lighthearted celebrity gossip and recommendations.
Rob McElhenney, star of 'It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' is legally changing his name to Rob Mac to avoid pronunciation issues, a move inspired by frequent mispronunciations and his own research into his family history.
Rob McElhenney, star of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' is legally changing his name to Rob Mac to simplify pronunciation and aid his expanding international business, though his family is unhappy about losing the family surname.
Rob McElhenney, star of 'It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' plans to legally change his name to Rob Mac to simplify pronunciation as his career and global ventures expand, despite some family resistance, with the change expected to be finalized later this year.
Rob McElhenney, creator and star of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' is legally changing his name to 'Rob Mac' to simplify pronunciation and align with his TV character, despite some family members' initial resistance.
Rob McElhenney, star of 'It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' is legally and professionally changing his name to Rob Mac due to pronunciation issues, with support from his family, and is also known for his friendship and business ventures with Ryan Reynolds, including the Wrexham football club.
Rob McElhenney is reportedly in the process of legally changing his name to Rob Mac, a move he initially suggested was for international business reasons, but it remains unclear whether it's a serious decision or an elaborate joke, with some colleagues unsure about the authenticity of the change.
Rob McElhenney, star of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia', is legally changing his name to Rob Mac to avoid pronunciation issues and better align with his international projects, a decision that has caused some family and professional adjustments.
Rob McElhenney is legally changing his name to 'Rob Mac' to simplify pronunciation and due to expanding international business interests, after discovering his family history shows multiple name changes over the years.
The documentary series 'Welcome to Wrexham,' following the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, has been renewed for a fifth season, continuing to showcase Wrexham AFC's rise from the National League to the Championship, and a new spin-off focusing on Mexican club Necaxa has also been announced.
Bryce Harper, Chase Utley, and Rob McElhenney teamed up for a skit promoting the Phillies' upcoming MLB London Series against the New York Mets. The skit, inspired by McElhenney's character Mac from "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," humorously addresses fan letters and features a playful rivalry over who gets to have a catch with Harper in London. The Phillies will play their first international series outside North America on June 8-9.
Ryan Reynolds pranked Rob McElhenney for his birthday by commissioning a hand-drawn portrait reminiscent of a scene from Titanic, in addition to a failed attempt to retrieve Wrexham Lager from the ocean floor. The prank is part of a tradition between the friends and Wrexham co-owners, with previous pranks including a memorial urinal and a song to teach people how to pronounce McElhenney's surname. The birthday prank coincides with Wrexham AFC's promotion to League One, marking a significant achievement for the Welsh soccer club.
Wrexham AFC, owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, secured its second promotion with a 6–0 win over Forest Green, advancing to England's League One. Reynolds expressed joy and gratitude on social media, calling the team "magic" and thanking fans for their support. The docuseries "Welcome to Wrexham," following the duo's efforts to restore the club, was renewed for a third season and is set to debut in spring 2024.
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney celebrated Wrexham's second successive promotion to League One after a 6-0 victory over Forest Green. Reynolds and McElhenney expressed their joy on social media, with Reynolds calling it "the ride of our lives." Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson praised the team's performance, while Forest Green boss Steve Cotterill expressed disappointment and acknowledged his team's struggles.
