Celebrities Drawn Into Blake Lively's Legal Drama

Judge Releases Private Messages Between Lively and Celebrity Friends

A recent development in Blake Lively's legal battle with Justin Baldoni has brought to light a series of private messages between Lively and her famous friends. The messages, now public, include exchanges with Taylor Swift, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and others, revealing how Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, sought support during the tense period leading up to the release of the movie "It Ends With Us."

The Movie and the Drama

"It Ends With Us," a film about domestic violence, sparked significant controversy. Lively accused Baldoni, the film's director, of creating a hostile work environment. Baldoni has denied these claims.

The unsealed messages show Lively venting to her friends about the stress she faced. Notably, she asked Taylor Swift to intervene in a particular scene, hoping Swift's praise would ease Baldoni's concerns.

"I was hoping you could talk to Justin about the scene... Maybe you could tell him how much you loved it?" - Blake Lively

Swift agreed to help, and the two exchanged sweet messages. However, by December 2024, their friendship seemed strained. Swift mentioned feeling like she was reading a corporate email when Lively discussed her issues with Baldoni, missing the fun, normal conversations they used to have.

Seeking Support from Other Friends

Lively also reached out to other friends for support. She discussed the tensions on set with Jenny Slate and shared her experiences with Anna Wintour. Wintour praised Lively's bravery and the brilliant rooftop scene in the movie.

Lively even sought the opinions of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck on her edit of the film. Damon offered his help and invited Lively to direct her next movie at Artists Equity.

The Legal Drama Continues

The legal battle is far from over. A hearing and settlement conference are scheduled, and if no agreement is reached, a jury trial is set for May 18. This case highlights the complexities of working relationships in Hollywood and the importance of support from friends during challenging times.