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Who is Dogpool? How Deadpool & Wolverine's Peggy went from being 'Britain's ugliest dog' to Internet sensation

Marvel's 'Deadpool & Wolverine' will reunite two renowned anti-heroes for a thrilling adventure

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Looks like Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are not the only ones basking in the glory before the release of the superhero flick 'Deadpool & Wolverine' but their co-star, Peggy is also grabbing eyeballs, all thanks to her unique looks and adorable red carpet appearances. 

Once considered the ugliest dog in Britain, Peggy will portray the part of Dogpool in the film and is attracting a lot of attention as she along with her co-stars promotes the film.

The superhero flick is slated for a release on Friday, 26 July, and follows Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds), aka Deadpool, who, after a series of escapades, finds himself in the TVA (Time Variance Authority), where, he is entrusted with bringing in a Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) variation who is wreaking havoc across the universe.

Who is Peggy aka Dogpool?

Peggy, a pug, and Chinese Crested Cross, will portray Dogpool in the film, the canine companion of protagonist Wade.

Holly Middleton, Peggy's owner, acquired her when she was six months old and was the last of her litter. Peggy, who has no hair and requires special care, likes sleeping, eating, and walking.

Holly, encouraged by friends and family, put Peggy in 'Britain's Ugliest Dog' competition, where she won and earned a dog spa treatment.

Despite her unique appearance, Peggy's charm has won over the people. Holly admits that she has always adored her, despite her odd looks, as per Euro News.

The uniqueness of Peggy piqued the interest of actor and producer Ryan Reynolds after she was named Britain's ugliest dog in 2023, according to NBC New York.

Peggy's ascent to popularity started in January 2023, when she was named Britain's ugliest dog, and by November, Ryan had revealed her role as Dogpool in the action flick, in which she portrays a canine counterpart of Deadpool from a parallel dimension as per NewsBytes.

In addition, Peggy, along with the rest of the cast, is enthusiastically promoting the film on the red carpet. The Dogpool actor has even gained over 200,000 Instagram followers and launched her line of Dogpool plush toys.

Fans shower Dogpool with love and adoration

Peggy's antics are extremely popular online, as expressed by admirers in a Reddit discussion.

A fan said, "Such a cutie. I just watched the movie yesterday, i thought this adorable cutie was a CGI ! When he's running around in slowmo, well it's giving Baywatch the worthy contender."

Another added, "Dogpool is my new favorite celebrity."

While another noted, "He is such a good boy! Look at him!"

"She’s a little cutie," simply said another fan.

Peggy's adorable film debut captivates fans on X

Peggy's endearing appearance in the film sparked a flurry of emotions in X as fans expressed their love and adoration for the adorable dog.

A fan expressed, "I wanted to reach through the screen and take dogpool home with me SHES A CUTIE IDC."

An elated fan said, "DOGPOOL FOR THE WIN. FOR ALL THE WINS. Be back for round 2 very soon!"

"I love Dogpool!!! So cute!!!" said a fan.

An enthusiastic fan showered love on Dogpool and noted, "I might give this movie 5 stars just for Dogpool /hj."

Meanwhile, a fan who is planning to watch the movie said, "I bought a sick dogpool shirt for Deadpool and Wolverine tomorrow. I am very pumped to wear it. I already know Miss Peggy is going to steal the show! Dogpool forever!!"