Looks like actress Blake Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, are standing strong as a couple despite her ongoing legal battle with co-star Justin Baldoni.
On February 16, 2025, the power couple made a dazzling appearance on the red carpet at SNL50: The Anniversary Special in New York City, celebrating the iconic sketch comedy show’s 50th anniversary.
For the star-studded event, Blake stunned in a shimmering silver gown adorned with sequins and delicate floral embroidery at the waist. The dress featured a corset bodice, spaghetti straps, and a figure-hugging floor-length skirt.
Ryan, on the other hand, looked effortlessly dapper in a classic black tuxedo paired with a crisp white dress shirt and a bowtie. He completed his polished look with matching black leather dress shoes.
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively were all smiles as they walked the red carpet for SNL50: The Anniversary Special. The NYC outing marked the couple's first public appearance together since Blake, 37, launched her legal battle against It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.
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A short paparazzi-captured clip showed the lovebirds posing arm in arm on the red carpet, flashing radiant smiles as they held each other close.
In an adorable moment, the Deadpool star leaned in to whisper something to his wife, causing her to visibly blush and break into soft laughter before regaining her composure.
Ryan Cryptically Hints At The Couple’s Legal Woes During SNL50
Saturday Night Live is known for its sharp-witted humor and ability to poke fun at pop culture moments, and the show’s special episode was no exception.
During the episode’s first half, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler hosted a lighthearted Q&A segment with celebrities in the audience. When it was Ryan’s turn to ask a question, he stood up only to be met with an unexpected inquiry.
Before he could speak, Tina playfully asked how he was doing. This prompted the actor to fire back with a sarcastic response that seemed to reference the couple’s legal battle with Baldoni. Reynolds quipped,
“Great, why? What have you heard?”
The It Ends With Us co-stars, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, are currently entangled in a high-profile legal battle. Lively has accused Baldoni of alleged sexual harassment, defamation, and orchestrating a smear campaign against her during the filming and premiere of the film.
While Blake and Ryan have refrained from directly commenting on the ongoing legal dispute, their latest public appearance suggests the Red Notice star’s unwavering support for his wife.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds first met each other on the set of the film Green Lantern, in 2010. A year later, the two started dating in October 2011. A year later, they tied the knot in September 2012.
Blake and Ryan welcomed their first child in 2015, followed by their second and third in 2016 and 2019, respectively. The couple have been happily married and still going strong.
Fans Slam Blake Lively And Ryan Reynolds Over Their Latest Appearance
The online community expressed their disapproval of Ryan and Blake’s SNL appearance, with several netizens criticizing them for allegedly faking a united front amid their legal battle. Some such comments online read,
“Their appearance tarnished the celebration of SNL50!!!!!”
“They had the audacity to show their faces after what they did”.
“Disgusting. Forced. So cringe”.
“I feel like they only went to save face, ive never seen Ryan so insecure”.
Through all the controversy, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds continue to put on a united front, proving that Hollywood’s power couples know how to weather the storm. Whether their latest appearance was a show of strength or just for the cameras, fans certainly have a lot to say.