The Critics Choice Awards 2025 had plenty of big winners, but host Chelsea Handler stole the show with a scathing roast of the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni feud.
The ongoing legal battle between the two co-stars of It Ends With Us has dominated entertainment headlines, and Handler wasted no time taking a jab at the drama.
Handler’s Brutal Joke
Opening the ceremony with her signature biting humor, Handler acknowledged the “tough times” in the world but sarcastically thanked the Lively-Baldoni scandal for keeping audiences entertained.
“I think we’re all grateful, and I think we’re good. Because let’s be honest, there is no way there’s going to be a sequel. It Ends With Us? More like, it ends with this lawsuit.”
The Feud That Won’t End
The legal drama between Lively and Baldoni has been making waves for months. Lively filed a lawsuit accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment during production, claims that he vehemently denies. In retaliation, Baldoni slapped her with a $400 million defamation suit. With both sides digging in, the once-promising film project has now become a courtroom saga.
Hollywood Reacts
Chelsea Handler’s joke sent ripples through the awards ceremony audience. Some celebrities were caught on camera laughing, while others gave nervous smiles. Notably, neither Lively nor Baldoni were present at the event, avoiding any direct reaction to the remarks.
Social media erupted following Handler’s monologue, with fans split on whether her joke was brutal honesty or a low blow. #ItEndsWithUs started trending on X (formerly Twitter) as users debated the appropriateness of the roast.
Critics Choice Awards Highlights
While Handler’s quip was one of the night’s most talked-about moments, there were plenty of other highlights from the star-studded event:
- Demi Moore delivered an inspiring acceptance speech.
- Naomi Watts brought her teenage son as her red carpet date.
- Kathy Bates gave an emotional tribute to Los Angeles firefighters.
What’s Next?
With the Lively-Baldoni feud still ongoing, it remains to be seen whether the two will publicly respond to Handler’s jokes. Meanwhile, the film adaptation of It Ends With Us remains in limbo, with fans unsure if it will ever see the light of day.
Stay tuned for more Hollywood drama as it unfolds.
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