Armie Hammer Steers Clear of Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Feud
The ongoing tension between Gossip Girl alum Blake Lively and Five Feet Apart director Justin Baldoni has Hollywood buzzing, but one actor who wants nothing to do with the drama? Armie Hammer.
During a recent interview on Hot Mics with Billy Bush, Hammer was confronted with questions about his past with Lively and his connection to Baldoni. His response? A firm no thanks.
“I don’t want that smoke at all,” he said, dodging any attempt to pull him into the controversy. Given his own turbulent history in the media, it’s no surprise he wants to stay far away from yet another Hollywood battle.
Armie Hammer’s Ties to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni
While Hammer is actively distancing himself from the feud, he does have professional history with both stars.
Armie Hammer and Blake Lively: A Short-Lived Gossip Girl Arc
Die-hard Gossip Girl fans might remember Hammer’s brief stint on the show as Gabriel Edwards, one of Serena van der Woodsen’s exes. His character’s exit after just four episodes left some unanswered questions, and during the interview, Billy Bush tried to press him on whether Lively had anything to do with it.
“Did she fire you? Did you get fired?” Bush asked.
Before he could even finish, Hammer shut it down: “There is another fight going on that I’m not involved in, and I have not been dragged into, and I’m perfectly happy with that.”
Hammer also refused to comment on Lively’s on-screen kissing skills, laughing off the question with, “I don’t even remember, dude!”
Armie Hammer and Justin Baldoni: A Long-Ago Connection
Though they don’t appear to be close, Hammer did reveal that he and Baldoni crossed paths nearly 20 years ago in an acting class.
“I was in acting class with Justin Baldoni when I was 19 or 20 years old,” he shared. “We did some scenes together. He seemed like a great guy… I didn’t really know him that well, but he was nice.”
While Hammer stopped short of throwing any public support behind Baldoni, the revelation that they share a professional past adds another layer to the already complicated Hollywood feud.
Why Is Hollywood Divided on Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni?
The details of the legal battle between Lively and Baldoni remain murky, with both sides gaining and losing public support by the hour. Some industry insiders back Baldoni, while others side with Lively. But one thing is clear – Armie Hammer won’t be taking a stance.
As he put it: “I’ve got enough of my own problems before throwing my hat into someone else’s ring.”
The Bigger Picture: Hollywood Feuds and Public Perception
Hammer’s reluctance to speak out isn’t just about this specific feud – it’s about his own reputation. After years of scandal, the Call Me By Your Name star has learned that staying out of drama is often the best move.
With Hollywood split over the Lively-Baldoni legal situation, it seems that Hammer’s strategy of silence may be the smartest approach.
Where Do You Stand?
Are you Team Lively or Baldoni? Or do you agree with Hammer’s decision to stay out of it? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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