Can Ryan Reynolds’ SNL 50 Joke Help Justin Baldoni’s Defense In Legal Battle Against Blake Lively? All We Know
Reports suggest that Justin Baldoni’s legal team might use a joke made by Ryan Reynolds during Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary!
The ongoing legal battle surrounding It Ends With Us has taken another twist, as reports suggest that Justin Baldoni’s legal team might use a joke made by Ryan Reynolds during Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary special as part of their defense strategy. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds made their first red carpet appearance together since the legal controversy erupted over the weekend.
The Hollywood power couple attended the star-studded SNL 50th anniversary celebration on Sunday, despite their ongoing lawsuit against Baldoni, the film’s director and co-star. During the event, Reynolds seemed to indirectly reference the legal drama with a cheeky response when asked how he was doing. The Deadpool star quipped, “Great! Why, what have you heard?” a comment that immediately caught attention and sparked discussions online.
Justin Baldoni’s Legal Team Considering Reynolds’ Comment as Evidence
According to an insider who spoke to Page Six, Baldoni’s legal representatives are reportedly considering using Reynolds’ joke as part of their defense. “It’s very plausible that Justin’s legal team will use this public outing to defend him,” the source revealed. “Justin is taking this lawsuit very seriously and isn’t making a public mockery out of it.” The implication is that Reynolds’ lighthearted approach to the situation could weaken claims of serious distress on Lively’s part. Baldoni’s team might argue that the couple’s decision to attend the event and joke about the controversy contradicts the gravity of the allegations they’ve put forth.
While Baldoni’s legal team may see this as a strategic advantage, some Hollywood insiders believe the SNL outing was an unwise move for the couple. “People in Hollywood think Blake and Ryan attending the SNL 50th anniversary show was not a good look,” an insider told Page Six. “They think they should have sat this one out.” The legal battle first made headlines in December when Lively accused Baldoni of fostering a “hostile” work environment on the set of It Ends With Us. She also alleged that the director orchestrated a “smear campaign” against her in an attempt to tarnish her reputation. In response, Baldoni filed a massive $400 million defamation lawsuit against Lively and her husband, as well as a $250 million libel lawsuit against The New York Post. Baldoni has maintained that Lively’s accusations were an attempt to gain control over the film and extort him.
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As the lawsuits continue to unfold, legal analysts speculate whether Reynolds’ joke will hold any weight in court. While it may be used as an argument to downplay the severity of the allegations, the ultimate impact remains to be seen. For now, the controversy surrounding It Ends With Us shows no signs of slowing down, with the trial date set for March 9, 2026.
First Published: February 19, 2025 1:32 PM
