April 6, 2025: Ryan Reynolds Divorced? A Look Back at His Marriage History — And Why Blake Lively Isn’t Going Anywhere
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have long been considered one of Hollywood’s most beloved power couples — known for their humor, chemistry, and tight-knit family life. But before their fairytale romance took off, Reynolds had a few high-profile relationships, including one marriage that ended in divorce and an engagement that made headlines.
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Here’s a deep dive into Ryan Reynolds’ relationship timeline — and what’s really going on with Blake Lively.
Ryan Reynolds & Alanis Morissette: The Early Engagement
Back in 2002, a then-rising Ryan Reynolds began dating superstar singer Alanis Morissette. The couple got engaged in 2004 and were considered a major celeb pairing of the early 2000s. However, by February 2007, the engagement was off. Both parties called the decision mutual, but the emotional fallout ran deep — inspiring Morissette’s 2008 album Flavors of Entanglement, including the track “Torch,” which she confirmed was about Reynolds.
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Marriage & Divorce with Scarlett Johansson
Later that same year, Reynolds began dating actress Scarlett Johansson. The pair tied the knot in a private ceremony in Canada in September 2008. But by December 2010, they announced their separation, finalizing their divorce in July 2011. While both have since moved on, their short-lived union remains a footnote in their respective Hollywood journeys.
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Meeting Blake Lively — And Sparks Fly
In 2010, Reynolds met Blake Lively while filming Green Lantern. At the time, he was still married to Johansson, and Lively was dating Gossip Girl co-star Penn Badgley. But after their respective breakups, sparks flew — especially after a double date where they were paired with other people, but couldn’t stop noticing each other.
They began dating in October 2011 and married less than a year later on September 9, 2012. The only downside? Their wedding venue — Boone Hall Plantation in South Carolina — was criticized for its history tied to slavery. The couple has since publicly apologized and renewed their vows elsewhere.
Still Going Strong, Despite the Rumors
Together, Blake and Ryan share four children, born in 2014, 2016, 2019, and their youngest in early 2023. They announced baby #4’s name at the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere.
Despite being fiercely private about their marriage, fans occasionally stir up divorce rumors online — prompting Lively to clap back. When a fan commented on her Instagram post asking if she and Reynolds had split, Blake cheekily replied, “Haha they wish.”
Currently, the couple is embroiled in a legal dispute with It Ends With Us co-star/director Justin Baldoni. However, the feud seems to have had no negative impact on their relationship.
The Real Deal
With two previous high-profile relationships in the rearview, Ryan Reynolds has clearly found something lasting with Blake Lively. Though their pasts included public heartbreak, today they’re one of the most admired — and unshakeable — couples in Hollywood.
And if Blake’s sharp wit and Ryan’s playful social media antics are any indication, their love story is far from over.
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