Years after advising Blake Lively to adopt a more restrained approach, Taylor Swift finds herself entangled in her friend’s ongoing feud with Baldoni.
February 7, 2025: Taylor Swift Attempts to Distance Herself from Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Feud
Taylor Swift, known for her close friendship with actress Blake Lively, finds herself unexpectedly entangled in Lively’s legal battle with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. This high-profile feud has drawn attention not only for its allegations of sexual harassment but also for the involvement of Swift and Ryan Reynolds.
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The dispute escalated after Lively accused Baldoni of harassment and launching a smear campaign against her. In response, Baldoni countersued Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds for $400 million, claiming defamation and alleging that Lively tried to use Swift’s influence to pressure him during a script discussion. Baldoni claimed Swift’s presence at the meeting made him feel compelled to comply with Lively’s demands.
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Taylor Swift’s Efforts to Support Lively
According to sources cited by Daily Mail, Swift once encouraged Lively to temper her outspoken nature, which has often been a hallmark of her personality. “Taylor admires Blake’s boldness but has always approached situations with more subtlety,” a source explained. While Swift has supported Lively over the years, the current controversy has reportedly caused a slight strain in their relationship.
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“Taylor doesn’t like being dragged into this. She had no idea her presence at the meeting would be used in Baldoni’s lawsuit,” the insider added.
A Friendship Tested
Swift and Lively have been friends for over a decade, bonding over their shared resilience and independent spirits. However, this latest legal drama has led Swift to take a step back. According to sources, the pop icon is distancing herself from the conflict to avoid further entanglement.
Lively’s bold personality, often likened to the Game of Thrones character Khaleesi, has drawn both admiration and criticism. Baldoni’s lawsuit even alleges that Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her “dragons,” a veiled threat during their dispute.
For now, Swift is reportedly focusing on maintaining her neutrality while continuing her long-standing friendship with Lively.
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