Wade Wilson has done a lot of questionable things across his Marvel Comics history, but his latest admission has genuinely left fans at a loss. Four words in Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4 have shifted the entire conversation around the Merc with a Mouth, and not in a good way.
What Exactly Did Deadpool Confess?
In Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4, written by Benjamin Percy with art by Geoff Shaw, Deadpool finally reveals the truth behind the disappearance of his daughter, Ellie Camacho. The confession is brutally direct: “I killed my daughter.”
The issue flashes back to the moment Ellie vanished. During a mercenary job, Deadpool and Ellie retrieved a mysterious briefcase. Despite Ellie’s repeated protests, Wade insisted on opening it. The result: Ellie got sucked into a black hole contained inside the case, right in front of her father’s eyes.
Through his narration, Wade attributes the tragedy to what he describes as his “impossibly stupid compulsion to annoy everyone.” He wanted to get a rise out of Ellie by going against her wishes, and it cost him everything.
Key facts about the issue:
- Title: Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4
- Writer: Benjamin Percy
- Artist: Geoff Shaw (his first time working on a Deadpool comic)
- Available: Now, wherever comic books are sold
Who Is Ellie Camacho?
Ellie is not just a supporting character. She is one of the most significant figures in Deadpool’s recent history, and her disappearance carries real weight for anyone who has followed the character closely.
Ellie Camacho’s Marvel Comics history at a glance:
| Detail | Info |
| Created by | Brian Posehn, Gerry Duggan, Declan Shalvey |
| First appearance | Deadpool Vol. 4 #19 (2013) |
| Became co-Deadpool | Deadpool Vol. 9 #7 |
| Powers | Healing factor, inherited fighting abilities |
| Relationship to Wade | His biological daughter |
Ellie’s origin traces back to Carmelita Camacho, who spent her final moments with Wade, resulting in a pregnancy. Years later, in Deadpool Vol. 9 #7, Ellie stepped into the Deadpool mantle herself, functioning as a second Deadpool much in the same way that Laura Kinney shares the Wolverine identity with her father.
The previous Deadpool volume gave Ellie roughly equal billing to Wade himself, which made the new series’ opening all the more gut-wrenching. Wade Wilson: Deadpool launched with its protagonist openly guilt-ridden and suicidal in the aftermath of Ellie’s apparent death, and the mystery of what actually happened has now finally been answered.
Can Deadpool Be Forgiven? Will Ellie Return?
Here is where the debate splits the Marvel fanbase. On one hand, Wade openly owns the loss and there is no excusing what his recklessness caused. On the other hand, this is the Marvel Universe, and as both CBR and ScreenRant note, death remains fluid when there is no body.
Several possibilities remain on the table:
- Ellie may not be dead. She could be wandering inside the black hole, transported to a distant location in space and time, or displaced into another dimension of the Marvel Multiverse.
- The series appears to be building toward a redemption arc. Wade Wilson: Deadpool opens with Wade at his absolute lowest point, which is a classic story setup for eventual rehabilitation. Bringing Ellie back could be the key to that arc.
- Even if she returns, forgiveness is not guaranteed. The bigger emotional question is whether Ellie would forgive her father at all. That tension, more than the mystery of her whereabouts, is what makes the storyline genuinely compelling.
As ScreenRant points out, Deadpool works best as a flawed hero chasing redemption rather than as a fully reformed character. The character thrives precisely because he keeps making catastrophic mistakes with good intentions underneath them.
A Brief History of Deadpool: Who Created the Merc with a Mouth?
For those newer to the character, Deadpool was originally created by artist Rob Liefeld and co-writer Fabian Nicieza in 1991, initially as a spoof of DC Comics’ Deathstroke. The character has since evolved far beyond that satirical origin into one of Marvel’s most enduring and commercially successful anti-heroes.
Benjamin Percy, the writer now steering this dark new chapter, is known for his well-received run on DC’s Green Arrow, and he brings a noticeably more earnest and emotionally grounded tone to this current Deadpool series than fans may be used to.
Ryan Reynolds and the Real-World Deadpool Confession That Made Headlines
Separately, Ryan Reynolds found himself in his own Deadpool-related confession moment during a Sky Sports alternative commentary on Wrexham vs. Swansea City in March 2026.
Wrexham striker Ollie Palmer, who made a cameo appearance in Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) thanks to Reynolds, joined the commentary alongside Reynolds and Rob Mac. Reynolds had praised Palmer on air, saying “Ollie Palmer stole the show there in Deadpool and Wolverine.”
However, Palmer’s response left Reynolds visibly stunned: “I’ve got a confession to make, I’ve not seen it yet.”
Reynolds did not hold back. He told Palmer: “You know what, you can just put the microphone down, and you can head out of the exit, in fact, walk through the away section and leave.” Palmer promised to watch it, which Reynolds accepted, albeit reluctantly.
Wrexham went on to win the match 2-0, with Callum Doyle and Nathan Broadhead scoring for the hosts. The result moved them six points clear in the Championship play-off places.
What Is Next for Deadpool in the MCU?
On the live-action side, Ryan Reynolds has confirmed he is uncertain about the shape of Deadpool’s next big screen appearance. Speaking publicly, Reynolds said he does not know yet whether Wade Wilson’s next outing will come via a fourth solo Deadpool film or as part of a larger ensemble, such as one of the upcoming Avengers movies or an X-Men adaptation.
No official announcement has been made at the time of writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Deadpool confess in Issue 4?
In Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4, Deadpool confesses “I killed my daughter” after revealing that his daughter Ellie Camacho was sucked into a black hole when he insisted on opening a mysterious briefcase against her wishes.
Is Ellie Camacho actually dead?
No body means no confirmation. Ellie could have been transported elsewhere in time, space, or the Marvel Multiverse. Her return remains a strong possibility, particularly given the redemption arc the series appears to be building toward.
Who writes Wade Wilson: Deadpool?
The series is written by Benjamin Percy, with artwork by Geoff Shaw.
Where can you read Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4?
You can pick up Wade Wilson: Deadpool #4 at any comic book retailer or through Marvel’s digital comics platform.
What is Deadpool’s MCU future?
Ryan Reynolds has stated publicly that he is unsure whether the next Deadpool appearance will be a solo film or part of a team-up ensemble. No official project has been confirmed yet.
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