Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are sitting this one out.
The couple will not attend the 2025 Golden Globes on Jan. 5—hosted this year by Nikki Glaser—nor will Reynolds' Deadpool & Wolverine costar Hugh Jackman, according to Deadline, despite the film's nomination for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement. (See the list of winners here.)
The lack of attendance at one of Hollywood's biggest night comes amid ongoing legal drama between Lively and her It Ends With Us costar Justin Baldoni, who each made headlines with their lawsuits at the end of 2024.
In a federal lawsuit filed against Baldoni, his production company Wayfarer Studios, and others in New York on Dec. 31 and obtained by NBC News, Lively accused him and his Wayfarer associates of embarking on a “sophisticated press and digital plan in retaliation” for her voicing concerns about alleged misconduct on set—with her saying she and other cast and crew members “experienced invasive, unwelcome, unprofessional, and sexually inappropriate behavior” by Baldoni and Wayfarer CEO Jamey Heath (who is also a defendant in the lawsuit).
“I hope that my legal action helps pull back the curtain on these sinister retaliatory tactics to harm people who speak up about misconduct,” Lively—who is also suing Baldoni’s publicist Jennifer Abel, his crisis communication specialist Melissa Nathan, her company The Agency Group PR, Wayfarer cofounder Steve Sarowitz and production entity It Ends With Us Movie LLC—previously told The New York Times about the allegations, which were first detailed in her earlier California Civil Rights Department complaint (CRD) and published in the outlet’s Dec. 21 report, “and helps protect others who may be targeted.”
In a Dec. 21 statement to NBC News, Baldoni’s and Wayfarer’s attorney Bryan Freedman called Lively’s accusations “another desperate attempt to 'fix' her negative reputation” as well as "completely false, outrageous and intentionally salacious."
On Dec. 31, hours before Lively filed her lawsuit, Wayfarer, Baldoni, Heath, Sarowitz, Nathan, Abel, The Agency Group and others filed a libel lawsuit against The New York Times for its report about an alleged smear campaign against Lively based on her CRD complaint. In their suit against The New York Times, which was obtained by E! News, the plaintiffs alleged messages cited in the report were taken out of context and that “the Times relied almost entirely on Lively’s unverified and self-serving narrative, lifting it nearly verbatim while disregarding an abundance of evidence that contradicted her claims and exposed her true motives.”
However, The New York Times stands by its report.
“We plan to vigorously defend against the lawsuit,” the outlet in a statement obtained by E! News Jan. 1. “The role of an independent news organization is to follow the facts where they lead. Our story was meticulously and responsibly reported. It was based on a review of thousands of pages of original documents, including the text messages and emails that we quote accurately and at length in the article.”
Lively’s attorneys also told E! News "nothing in this lawsuit changes anything about the claims" in her CRD or federal complaints and this "lawsuit is based on the obviously false premise" that she would not file a lawsuit against Baldoni or Wayfarer.
The legal battle may not end there. In the lawsuit against The New York Times, the plaintiffs noted they “are not done.”
"There are other bad actors involved," the suit read, "and make no mistake—this will not be the last lawsuit."
In a Jan. 2 interview with NBC News, Baldoni’s attorney Freedman said they “absolutely” plan to sue Lively.
To see stars who have spoken out in support of her, read on.
Colleen Hoover
After Blake Lively filed a legal complaint against It Ends With Us costar and director Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment on the film's set and for later taking part in a smear campaign against her—claims that he has since denied via his lawyer—Colleen Hoover, who wrote the book that the movie is based on, shared a message to the actress.
"@blakelively, you have been nothing but honest, kind, supportive and patient since the day we met," Colleen wrote on her Instagram Stories Dec. 21. "Thank you for being exactly the human that you are. Never change. Never wilt."
Robyn Lively
Blake's sister, fellow actress Robyn Lively, also weighed in.
"I urge everyone to read The NY Times article in its entirety," Robyn wrote on Instagram Dec. 23, referencing the NYT piece that details Blake's complaint filed with the California Civil Rights Department. "It calls out those behind the ruthless and nefarious smear campaign that aimed to take down my sister."
The Teen Witch star went on to note that it also "highlights" what Blake allegedly experienced on the set of It Ends With Us.
Paul Feig
Blake's A Simple Favor director also came to her defense, writing on X Dec. 22, "I’ve now made two movies with Blake and all I can say is she’s one of the most professional, creative, collaborative, talented and kind people I’ve ever worked with. She truly did not deserve any of this smear campaign against her. I think it’s awful she was put through this."
Amy Schumer
The comedian showed her support for the Gossip Girl alum, writing on her Instagram Story Dec. 22, "I believe Blake."
Gwyneth Paltrow
Shortly after Blake's complaint was made public, the Goop founder shared a photo of The Town star's hair company, Blake Brown, on her Instagram Story, writing, "Just added to my Christmas wish list."
Alexis Bledel, Amber Tamblyn & America Ferrera
Blake's BFFs and Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants costars penned a joint message, posted to Instagram Dec. 22, stating they "stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation."
Bart Johnson
Bart Johnson shared an impassioned defense of his sister-in-law in the comments section of a New York Times Instagram post detailing the filing and its own investigation into the behind-the-scenes turmoil.
“Her complained were filed during the filming,” the High School Musical alum, who is married to Blake's sister Robyn, wrote. “On record. Long before the public conflict. The cast unfollowed him for a reason. Read this article before spitting ignorance. His PR team was stellar. Gross and disgusting but highly effective. Read the article, their text message exchanges and his PR campaign strategy to bury her by any means necessary. No one is with out faults. But the public got played."
He later added on X of Baldoni, "He’s a fraud. He puts on the 'costume' of a hero, man bun and all. Used all of the trendy catchphrases & buzz words for his podcasts. None of it’s genuine. It’s all theater. And everyone fell for it. For years. Rewatch his videos with a more critical eye and watch him compliment and praise himself with faux humility and self deprecation. What a performance."
Shawn Levy
Ryan Reynolds' frequent collaborator Shawn Levy shared the New York Times investigation into the smear campaign on his Instagram Stories, writing, "Proud to call @blakelively a friend."
Amber Heard
Days after Lively's filing was made public, Amber Heard reflected on her own experience facing relentless vitriol online amid ex Johnny Depp's defamation trial against her.
“Social media is the absolute personification of the classic saying ‘A lie travels halfway around the world before truth can get its boots on,’” the Aquaman star expressed in a statement to NBC News Dec. 23. “I saw this firsthand and up close. It’s as horrifying as it is destructive.”
Brandon Sklenar
Brandon Sklenar, who played Blake's love interest Atlas Corrigan in It Ends With Us, had a simple, pointed message of support.
Sharing a screenshot of the Gossip Girl alum's full complaint against Baldoni on his Instagram Stories Dec. 23, he wrote over a link to the text, "For the love of God read this." He followed up by tagging her with a heart emoji.
Jenny Slate
Jenny Slate, who played Baldoni's sister and Blake's BFF in the film, shared her thoughts on the "disturbing" allegations.
“As Blake Lively’s castmate and friend, I voice my support as she takes action against those reported to have planned and carried out an attack on her reputation,” Slate said in a Dec. 23 statement to Today. “Blake is a leader, loyal friend and a trusted source of emotional support for me and so many who know and love her.”
“What has been revealed about the attack on Blake is terribly dark, disturbing, and wholly threatening," the Parks and Recreation alum continued. "I commend my friend, I admire her bravery, and I stand by her side.”
Michele Morrone
The actor, who stars alongside Lively in the upcoming sequel to A Simple Favor, sent his love to her on Instagram Story Dec. 23, adding that he felt her "pain" as they filmed together earlier this year.
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