Ryan Reynolds Responds Amid Blake Lively’s Allegations Against Justin Baldoni
Ryan Reynolds has subtly addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding Blake Lively’s harassment complaint against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.
His cryptic Instagram Story has sparked discussion, though he has yet to comment directly.
Reynolds, 48, posted a video promoting the SickKids Foundation while dressed as Deadpool. In the caption, he thanked director Bryan Rowland for helping create the content during what he described as a challenging time. He did not elaborate further but acknowledged his daughter Inez’s cameo, joking about her use of the phrase “f–ked up” for the ad.
Blake Lively’s harassment allegations against Baldoni have been the subject of intense media scrutiny. The complaint, filed over the weekend, alleges inappropriate conduct by Baldoni during the filming of It Ends With Us, as well as a subsequent smear campaign orchestrated by his crisis PR team. The legal filing includes claims of manipulated social media narratives aimed at discrediting Lively.
While Reynolds did not address these allegations outright, his post comes at a time when his wife, Lively, is at the center of the storm. The actor and Lively have pledged to match $500,000 in donations to the SickKids Foundation, describing the organization as a haven for families navigating difficult circumstances.
Lively and Baldoni’s fallout first became apparent during the film’s promotional tour earlier this year. The actress reportedly skipped joint press appearances with Baldoni, and both parties unfollowed each other on social media. Rumors of tension escalated when Baldoni’s legal team called Lively’s claims “completely false” and accused her of orchestrating a public relations stunt.
Legal documents reveal that Reynolds allegedly blocked Baldoni on social media months ago. The filing also mentions a meeting where Baldoni’s on-set behavior was reportedly addressed. Baldoni continues to deny the allegations, dismissing them as “fabricated” and “intentionally salacious.”
The controversy has divided fans and sparked heated debates online. While Lively’s complaint seeks to hold Baldoni accountable, his legal team claims the accusations are part of a broader campaign to damage his reputation.
