Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds made their first public appearance in two months at SNL50: The Anniversary Special, amid their ongoing legal battle with "It Ends with Us" director Justin Baldoni. Lively has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment, while Baldoni has sued Lively, Reynolds, and their publicist for $400 million, alleging defamation and extortion. A website linked to Baldoni’s case has published private messages and court filings, fueling public debate and online backlash against Lively and Reynolds. Director Paul Feig defended Lively amid speculation about her influence over "Another Simple Favor", but many online critics argue she only respects powerful directors while undermining others. The controversy has overshadowed the upcoming film’s promotion and could impact its reception as the legal battle continues. Continue here.
