
Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe's Son Deacon, 22, Goes Shirtless in New Modeling Photos — and Netizens Can't Agree on Which Parent He Resembles
Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe's son is turning heads after a new modeling shoot put his look — and his famous family resemblance — in the spotlight.
Deacon Phillippe, 22, is giving fans a closer look at his latest modeling gig, and his resemblance to his famous parents has drawn attention. Designed and photographed by Eli Russell Linnetz, the 10-photo Instagram carousel shows Deacon posing in purple looks, including a sleeveless graphic top, matching pants, and a zip-up hoodie.

A social media user joins the online discussion about Deacon Phillippe's resemblance to his famous parents. | Source: Instagram/entertainmenttonight
The photos showed Deacon from several angles and gave viewers a closer look at the campaign styling. As the carousel progressed, the shoot became more revealing.
Several images showed Deacon shirtless in purple pants, shifting attention from the clothing to his appearance. Social media users soon began comparing his facial features with those of Reese and Ryan.

Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon appear together at a special New York screening of "Flags of Our Fathers." The former couple are Deacon Phillippe's parents. | Source: Getty Images
On Instagram, one netizen said, "He looks nothing like Ryan ." Another user wrote, "He looks like his mom! Has her entire face." A commenter agreed, writing, "He looks like the boy version of Reese to me lol 😝."

Ryan Phillippe and Reese Witherspoon attend the New York premiere of "Gosford Park" in December 2001, years before their son's appearance became the subject of an online resemblance debate. | Source: Getty Images
On another Instagram post, the comparisons continued. One person remarked, "Dad looks much better 🔥."
Another commenter wrote, "He's a good looking boy but doesn't look like his father at all." Another netizen offered a different take: "No he's much better looking." One user focused on his expression, writing, "Sad eyes."
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The comments remained split over Deacon's resemblance to his parents. Three users said he did not look like Ryan or favored Reese Witherspoon, while others compared Deacon's looks directly with his father's.
