10 Canadian Celebs Revealed The Biggest Misconceptions Americans Have About Them, And I’m Embarrassed For Us
1. Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds says that many Americans think Canadians are overly polite and apologize too much. While it’s true Canadians are known for their politeness, it’s not as extreme as some might believe. He joked that if Canadians apologized as much as people thought, they’d never get anything done!
2. Sandra Oh
Sandra Oh shared that people often think Canada is a land of eternal winter. She laughs this off, reminding everyone that Canada has beautiful summers too. It’s not all snow and ice up there!
3. Drake
Drake mentioned that a lot of Americans assume Canadians don’t have any street cred. He finds it funny because Toronto, his hometown, has a vibrant and diverse culture that’s just as rich as any American city.
4. Rachel McAdams
Rachel McAdams pointed out that some Americans think Canadians are all the same. She emphasized that Canada is a huge country with a variety of cultures, languages, and traditions. It’s not a one-size-fits-all place.
5. Keanu Reeves
Keanu Reeves talked about how people often think Canadians live in igloos. He finds this hilarious and assures everyone that Canadians live in regular houses, just like Americans do.
6. Ellen Page
Ellen Page said that some folks believe Canadians are always friendly and never have any conflicts. She explained that while Canadians are generally nice, they can have disagreements and arguments just like anyone else.
7. Michael J. Fox
Michael J. Fox noted that many Americans think Canadian bacon is the same thing as ham. He clarified that Canadian bacon is actually more like a type of back bacon and quite different from ham.
8. Seth Rogen
Seth Rogen shared that some people think all Canadians are obsessed with hockey. While hockey is popular, not every Canadian is a die-hard fan. People enjoy a variety of sports and hobbies.
9. Shania Twain
Shania Twain highlighted the misconception that Canadians only listen to folk music. She smiled as she listed various music genres that are popular in Canada, including pop, rock, and hip-hop.
10. Jim Carrey
Jim Carrey laughed about the belief that Canadians are always calm and reserved. He pointed out that Canadians can be just as loud and expressive as anyone else, especially when they’re passionate about something.
So, there you have it! These Canadian celebs have set the record straight on some of the biggest misconceptions Americans have about our neighbors to the north. Let’s all take a moment to appreciate the diverse and unique culture that Canada has to offer.
