Interest in Wade Wilson's case has surged after Netflix's Worst Ex Ever introduced the convicted killer to a new audience. Wilson, often referred to as the 'Deadpool Killer' because of the name resemblance to the Marvel character, was sentenced to death in August 2024 for the murders of Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz.
Despite being sentenced to death, Wilson does not currently have an execution date. He remains on Florida's death row at Union Correctional Institution in Raiford while his case moves through the appeals process.
Death penalty cases in Florida often take years to resolve because defendants are entitled to multiple levels of review before an execution can be carried out. Wilson's legal team has filed a direct appeal with the Florida Supreme Court, challenging aspects of the proceedings that resulted in his death sentence.
Legal experts have noted that lengthy delays between sentencing and execution are common in capital punishment cases, particularly when appeals remain pending.
Wilson is currently incarcerated on Florida's death row, where he will remain while his appeals are reviewed by the courts.
