Blake Lively won’t be by Taylor Swift’s side at the Super Bowl this Sunday, where Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, will take on the Philadelphia Eagles.

According to an exclusive source, Lively has been keeping a low profile amid an ongoing legal battle involving her, actor Justin Baldoni, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds.

The situation has also unexpectedly pulled Swift into the controversy, leading to rumors of strain between the longtime best friends.

Taylor Swift Dragged Into Legal Battle

The legal dispute stems from Baldoni’s shocking $400 million countersuit against Lively and Reynolds, which claims Lively used Swift’s name to gain leverage in a disagreement over edits to their film It Ends with Us.

According to Baldoni, Swift showed up at a meeting between Lively, Reynolds, and himself, making him feel pressured to accept Lively’s script changes.

He further alleged that Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her “dragons” in text messages, implying they were backing her demands.

Swift Reportedly Feels Used

Sources close to Swift say she was blindsided by the situation and resents being caught in the middle.

Reports suggest she had no idea Baldoni would be present when she arrived at Lively’s apartment and was simply introduced to him for the first and only time.

Insiders claim Swift was confused by Lively calling her a “dragon” and has since realized that her name may have been used inappropriately in various situations.

No Involvement in It Ends with Us

Despite the swirling controversy, multiple sources have emphasized that Swift had no involvement in It Ends with Us.

While her 2020 song My Tears Ricochet was used in the movie’s trailer, sources insist that Swift was not a producer, had no creative input, and never even saw the film until its theatrical release.

Reports claim Lively attempted to use her connection with Swift to influence production decisions, allegedly threatening to withhold trailer approval unless she was given more time to make edits.

A Friendship Under Pressure

Lively and Swift have shared a close friendship for over a decade, frequently celebrating milestones together and even inspiring some of Swift’s lyrics.

However, insiders suggest there has been a “slight shift” in their dynamic due to the It Ends with Us drama.

While they remain friends, sources claim Swift has tried to encourage Lively to be more restrained in her approach over the years, but Lively has always been unapologetically outspoken.

Public Scrutiny on Lively’s Actions

The controversy surrounding Lively has also led to increased public scrutiny of her behavior.

Some critics have accused her of downplaying domestic violence themes in It Ends with Us by focusing more on fashion and marketing.

Others have pointed out past interviews where she appeared dismissive or rude.

Additionally, allegations that she leveraged her friendship with Swift to manipulate industry deals have only added to the backlash.

The Future of It Ends with Us and the Legal Battle

Despite the drama, It Ends with Us was a massive box-office success, grossing $351 million worldwide on a $25 million budget.

However, with the legal battle between Lively, Baldoni, and Reynolds still unfolding, the future of a potential sequel adaptation, It Starts with Us, remains uncertain.

All parties involved have denied the claims made against them, leaving the courts to determine the outcome.

As for Swift and Lively, only time will tell whether their friendship weathers this storm or if this legal saga creates a permanent rift between them.

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