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This “Ugly” Dog Just Got Cast in Deadpool—Her Story Will Melt Your Heart!

by Wihanga Sandhun

When you think of famous movie stars, you probably picture people like Ryan Reynolds or Hugh Jackman. But this summer, there’s a new star in the Marvel movie Deadpool & Wolverine who might surprise you.

Her name is Peggy, and she’s a 5-year-old mix of a pug and a Chinese Crested dog. Even though Peggy was once called “Britain’s Ugliest Dog,” she’s now shining bright in Hollywood!




Peggy’s Unlikely Journey to Fame

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Peggy’s story is really amazing. Last year, she won the title of “Britain’s Ugliest Dog” in a contest held by a photography company called Parrot Print. 

Peggy has a tuft of white hair, big brown eyes, and her tongue always sticks out to one side. She might not look like most cute dogs, but Peggy has a personality that’s full of love and charm.

Holly Middleton, Peggy’s owner, remembers the first time she saw Peggy. “We loved her the moment we saw her, with her big brown eyes, little tuft of white hair, and that tongue hanging out,” 




Holly told the BBC. “I felt sorry for her, sitting there with no hair and her tongue out… She was only six months old, and I just felt like no one else wanted her.”

Even though Peggy looks different, Holly and her family knew she was special. “Some people might think Peggy looks strange, and some even think she’s a bit scary. But to us, she’s beautiful inside and out, and we wouldn’t change her for anything,” Holly said.

The Rise of an Unlikely Star

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Winning the “ugliest dog” title came with some cool rewards, like a day at a doggy spa and a professional photo shoot. But Peggy’s fame didn’t stop there.

She became a media sensation, meaning that people all over the world started to notice her. One of Peggy’s biggest fans was Ryan Reynolds, who saw something special in her that made him think she would be perfect for a movie role.

Ryan Reynolds, who plays Deadpool in the Marvel movies, decided that Peggy would be great as a character called “Dogpool,” who is like a dog version of Deadpool. 




He thought Peggy was perfect because, just like Deadpool, Peggy looks different but has a lot of heart. “The reason I really wanted her for the role is because she reminds me of Deadpool’s character, Wade Wilson,” Ryan said, talking about how Deadpool’s face is also unusual under his mask.

For Ryan, it was “love at first sight” between Deadpool and Dogpool. “He loves Dogpool,” Ryan said, hinting that the two characters would share a special bond in the movie. 

Peggy wasn’t just a hit in front of the camera; she quickly became a favorite among everyone working on the movie. Ryan even shared that his children “instantly fell in love with Peggy” on set, where she was “treated like a queen, just like she should be.”

A Star is Born

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In real life, Peggy is sweet and easygoing, but in the movie, her character might surprise you with some funny and wild moments, just like you’d expect in a Deadpool movie. Ryan joked on Instagram, “Be careful when you pet her too much. You’ll see why in a few weeks.”

At a special screening of the movie, Ryan brought Peggy on stage and said she was “really, truly amazing,” even joking that she had more training than his co-star, Hugh Jackman. “That tongue, by the way, is real,” Ryan laughed, talking about one of Peggy’s most unique features.




Walking the red carpet with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, Peggy looked like a true Hollywood star. Her once-unlikely story is now something people admire. 

On Peggy’s official Dogpool Instagram account, there’s a post that reads, “A few years ago, I was in a shelter, not sure what I would do with my life. Now I’m in the biggest movie of the summer. It just shows that if you work hard, you can make anything happen.”

The Impact of Peggy’s Story

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Peggy’s rise to fame is more than just a nice story—it shows how important it is to see beauty in things that are different. Holly, Peggy’s owner, hopes that Peggy’s success will encourage people to look beyond appearances and give a chance to pets that might be overlooked. 

“From the moment Peggy arrived, she’s been a beloved part of our family,” Holly shared with Parrot Print. “She grew up with our two boys and is the most loving, relaxed, and gentle dog we could ever ask for.”

As Peggy continues to win over fans on the big screen, she also brings attention to pets in shelters, encouraging people to love the quirks that make each animal unique.

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Her story is a powerful reminder that true beauty comes from within, and that sometimes, the most unexpected stars shine the brightest.

So, move over, Ryan and Hugh—there’s a new star in town, and her name is Peggy.

What do you think makes Peggy such a special star? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t forget to share this heartwarming story with your family and friends!

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