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Blake Lively’s spontaneous role behind the counter at a donut shop in Wilton, Connecticut has unexpectedly sparked controversy, drawing the attention of local health authorities. The actress, typically known for her chic, polished style, may have unintentionally placed the small business in jeopardy after assisting a friend by mixing, baking, and serving donuts. While many fans found her down-to-earth gesture endearing, others raised concerns over her failure to wear a hair net while handling food. This led to numerous complaints directed at the Wilton Health Department.
A spokesperson from the Wilton Health Department confirmed they had received formal complaints about Lively’s lack of proper hair coverage and were investigating the situation. Although it remains uncertain whether the donut shop will face penalties, the backlash has already begun to affect the business’s reputation. The shop’s Yelp page has been inundated with negative reviews, prompting the platform to temporarily disable comments as they assess whether the posts reflect legitimate customer experiences or if they are simply part of an online uproar.
The controversy has also stirred some speculation that the criticism is not entirely about food safety. Some detractors have pointed to Lively’s past comments in a resurfaced interview, where she joked about improvising an intimate scene with actor Henry Golding, as fueling this backlash. Critics have accused Lively of hypocrisy, given her previous remarks, which have rekindled a public dispute with actor Justin Baldoni.
A source close to Lively has dismissed the complaints as unfounded and politically motivated, claiming that many of the individuals attacking the donut shop aren’t even from the area. “Targeting a small, family-owned business for something like this is a new low in this ongoing retaliation campaign,” the source remarked.
At this point, it remains unclear whether the health department’s investigation will reveal any significant violations or if this is just another exaggerated social media frenzy. Nonetheless, the drama surrounding Blake Lively’s brief foray into donut making continues to generate headlines.