Hugh Jackman has given Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds his "blessing" to get married.

The 'X-Men' star, who admits he is "protective" of the 23-year-old actress after starring alongside her in 'Scoop' and 'The Prestige', couldn't think of a better match for Scarlett.

He told TV show 'Entertainment Tonight Canada': "Ryan Reynolds is one of the funniest guys I've ever met. And we had a really good chat about his girlfriend, because I'm very fond of Scarlett."

"Both my wife Deborra-Lee Furness and I are very proprietary about Scarlett, but Ryan gets a big thumbs up from me! I'm giving my blessing - Ryan is phenomenal."

Scarlett, 23, has been dating the 'Definitely, Maybe' star for around a year. It was recently reported Scarlett was moving into Ryan's Los Angeles home even though her mother didn't approve.

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