BREAKING: Blake Lively Reportedly Cut Off by Taylor Swift and Gigi Hadid Amidst Legal Drama with Justin Baldoni

In a dramatic turn of events, actress Blake Lively is reportedly facing estrangement from her longtime friends, pop star Taylor Swift and supermodel Gigi Hadid, following the escalating legal dispute with actor-director Justin Baldoni. The fallout stems from allegations that Lively attempted to leverage her relationships with Swift and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, to influence script decisions during the production of It Ends With Us.(The Week, The Express Tribune)

The Allegations and Legal Implications

Baldoni’s $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit includes claims that Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her “dragons,” suggesting they would support her in pressuring Baldoni. These allegations have drawn criticism from Swift, who reportedly felt used and has distanced herself from Lively. A source close to Swift stated, “Taylor has politely backed away from it all. She is conscious of her own image and hates that she was even mentioned.” (The Express Tribune, Page Six, The Express Tribune)

Gigi Hadid’s Alleged Withdrawal

Model Gigi Hadid is also said to have distanced herself from Lively, reportedly ending their friendship due to loyalty to Swift. An insider revealed, “Gigi’s loyalty is to Taylor. She is not, and will never be, one of Blake’s ‘dragons.’” (The Express Tribune)

Impact on Personal Relationships

The legal tensions have reportedly strained Lively’s relationships within her social circle. She was notably absent from Hadid’s 30th birthday celebration, which was attended by Swift and other close friends, further fueling speculation about the status of her friendships. (The Express Tribune)

Looking Ahead

As the legal battle progresses, with a trial scheduled for March 2026, the personal repercussions for those involved continue to unfold. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are anticipated as the case progresses through the courts.

The Times of India