What’s Happening?
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively starred together in the film It Ends with Us—an ironically fitting title given the controversy that followed. Baldoni has escalated his legal battle against Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, by filing a 224-page lawsuit. In it, he alleges that Lively, Reynolds, and The New York Times conspired to defame him in retaliation for his refusal to support her claims.
Baldoni also accuses Reynolds of mocking him through the character “Nicepool” in Deadpool & Wolverine, suggesting this was part of the alleged smear campaign. To support his claims, Baldoni has released text messages he believes were manipulated to misrepresent him. Meanwhile, The New York Times has refuted his allegations, pointing to inaccuracies in his legal filings.
Staff members from the film allege that Reynolds frequently appeared on set displaying irrational behavior and apparent jealousy toward his wife’s noticeably more attractive co-star. Once Lively filed the sexual harassment claims, Baldoni immediately denied the allegations, counter-suing the couple and presenting text message evidence that he claims reveals Reynolds and Lively’s intent to damage his reputation. To support his case, Baldoni launched a website called “Lawsuit Info,” where he published previously unseen messages exchanged between himself, Lively, and Reynolds, accusing the couple of defamation and extortion. This development has fueled growing skepticism regarding the credibility of Lively’s accusations.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Questionable Past
Blake Lively has recently faced significant backlash over a resurfaced 2016 interview, where her response to a journalist’s congratulatory remark about her pregnancy was perceived as dismissive and rude. This incident has contributed to a growing narrative about Lively’s alleged dismissive demeanor towards fans and colleagues.
Concurrently, Ryan Reynolds has been criticized for his controlling behavior in professional settings. Director Tim Miller departed from Deadpool 2 due to “creative differences,” citing Reynolds’ desire for control over the franchise as a primary factor. This pattern of behavior has also been linked to the end of his marriage with Scarlett Johansson in 2011, where his controlling tendencies were cited as a significant issue.
These revelations have cast a shadow over both Lively and Reynolds, raising concerns about their professional conduct and personal relationships within the entertainment industry. What was once celebrated as Hollywood’s most beloved power couple is now unraveling, exposing a marriage driven by manipulation, narcissism, and jealousy.
The Hollywood God Complex
As the legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Ryan Reynolds/Blake Lively unfolds in court, it’s revealed that the couple is pushing to have the entire case dismissed—raising questions about the credibility of their allegations. Additionally, they’ve hired Sigrid McCawley, an attorney known for representing victims of Jeffrey Epstein, hinting at their urgency to play the victim card.
Further raising eyebrows, Blake Lively has reportedly refused to sit for a deposition with Baldoni’s attorney, Bryan Freedman. The couple’s reluctance to cooperate with the court, combined with their aggressive attempts to dismiss the case as soon as Baldoni began fighting back, highlights a troubling dynamic within the entertainment industry. Beneath the glamour and allure, some celebrities appear to let the fame and fortune induce a ruthless sense of entitlement—one that may even lead to weaponizing serious allegations to maintain power and control.