Did Ryan Reynolds Leave New York to Escape Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Drama?

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The legal drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has taken a new turn, now involving Blake’s husband, Ryan Reynolds. According to reports from the Daily Mail, Reynolds was spotted at JFK airport in New York City on Wednesday, though Lively was not with him. He wore a casual pastel yellow hoodie, skinny slacks, and white sneakers, carrying a brown duffle bag.

The ongoing feud has escalated since Baldoni filed a USD 400 million defamation lawsuit, naming not only Lively but also Reynolds and her publicist, Leslie Sloane. Baldoni also filed a USD 250 million libel lawsuit against The New York Times for their coverage of Lively’s accusations of sexual harassment against him. These accusations stem from their work together on the film It Ends With Us, which was directed by Baldoni.

While both Blake and Reynolds have been embroiled in public discussions since December 2024, insiders have reported that Blake has privately expressed regret over the legal battle. Despite the tension, Ryan Reynolds has maintained a stance of support for his wife, describing himself as a “supportive spouse” and calling Baldoni “thin-skinned.”

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Last month, Reynolds and Sloane filed for the dismissal of Baldoni’s lawsuit, while Baldoni’s legal team has labeled Reynolds as Lively’s “co-conspirator” and urged the judge to reject the dismissal request. The legal proceedings continue to draw significant public attention as both sides prepare for the next steps in the high-profile case.