Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Skip Met Gala 2025 Amid Lawsuit Rumors
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, known for their iconic Met Gala appearances, have decided to skip the 2025 event. The couple, who have previously turned heads with coordinated red carpet moments, will not be attending fashion’s biggest night, disappointing fans eager for Lively’s signature style. This marks their third consecutive absence from the Met Gala, sparking speculation about whether an ongoing lawsuit involving Justin Baldoni played a role in their decision. However, sources close to the couple insist that their choice was made well before legal battles surfaced.
Rumors are circulating that Lively and Reynolds’ absence may be linked to the $400 million countersuit filed by actor-director Justin Baldoni. Lively co-starred with Baldoni in It Ends With Us, and some speculate that the lawsuit could have influenced their decision to avoid the event.
Insiders, however, shut down these claims, stating that the couple opted out long before the legal drama became public. According to a source quoted by TMZ, “They made the call long before any of that unfolded.” Another insider told US Weekly, “She’s not a Kardashian that goes every year,” implying that skipping the Met Gala is not unusual for Lively.
Lively and Reynolds last attended the Met Gala in 2022, when they co-hosted alongside Regina King and Lin-Manuel Miranda. That year, Lively stole the show in an Atelier Versace gown that transformed from copper to aqua as she ascended the Met steps – a moment now cemented in fashion history. Since then, the couple has prioritized family time and personal commitments over high-profile red carpet appearances. While fans may miss their presence, Lively remains a fashion icon, and many anticipate her eventual return to the Met Gala spotlight.
The 2025 Met Gala, scheduled for May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, will support the Costume Institute. This year’s theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, celebrates the rich legacy of Black fashion and craftsmanship, highlighting its influence on the global industry. Despite the absence of Hollywood’s favorite couple, the event is expected to deliver unforgettable fashion moments, with designers and celebrities embracing the theme’s cultural significance.
Although Lively and Reynolds are skipping this year, fans remain hopeful for their comeback in the future. Lively’s past Met Gala looks have solidified her status as one of the event’s most celebrated fashion icons, and whenever she returns, it’s bound to be a moment worth waiting for.
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