The “It Ends With Us” Feud: Hollywood’s Messiest Scandal Yet?

The drama surrounding It Ends With Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has escalated into one of the most jaw-dropping Hollywood scandals in recent memory. If you thought the legal battle was chaotic before, buckle up—because the latest developments are nothing short of explosive.

A Night That Changed Everything

It all went down at Saturday Night Live’s 50th-anniversary special in February 2025. The evening, meant to celebrate five decades of comedy, turned into an unexpected battlefield. And at the heart of the storm? None other than Hollywood’s (formerly) golden couple, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.

Their presence at the event was puzzling. They weren’t there as hosts. They weren’t promoting anything. In fact, this was their first public appearance together since their legal feud with Baldoni turned into tabloid gold. You’d think they’d opt for a quiet night out, far from the glaring cameras—but instead, they walked into the studio like they still had Hollywood wrapped around their fingers. Spoiler alert: they didn’t.

The Joke That Shattered Their Image

Enter Colin Jost. The SNL veteran and husband of Scarlett Johansson—who just so happens to be Ryan Reynolds’ ex-wife—delivered a joke so brutal, it left the audience in stunned silence before nervous laughter rippled through the room.

Jost compared a disgraced political figure’s delusional optimism to Justin Baldoni saying he’d love to work with Blake Lively again. Ouch.

The moment was a turning point. Blake Lively’s face, as she turned to glare at her husband, was priceless. It was a moment of raw, unfiltered fury. And Ryan? He tried to play it cool with his signature smirk, but no one was buying it—not the audience, not their fellow celebrities, and definitely not Blake.

Hollywood’s Favorite Couple? Not Anymore

For years, Blake and Ryan curated an image of perfection—the witty, relatable, Instagram-famous couple who balanced Hollywood success with down-to-earth charm. But SNL made it clear: the tide had turned. The industry was done pretending.

The fallout was immediate.

• Studios reevaluated their partnerships. Ryan, once a box office guarantee, suddenly seemed like a PR liability. Blake, long rumored to be difficult on set, found those whispers growing louder.
• The media turned vicious. Headlines screamed about their “fall from grace,” dissecting every moment of the SNL debacle.
• Social media exploded. Clips of Jost’s joke went viral, and the internet was divided—was Blake being unfairly targeted, or was this just karma?

The Legal Nightmare

And then, of course, there’s the lawsuit. Baldoni’s countersuit against Blake and Ryan alleges a calculated smear campaign designed to push him out of It Ends With Us. The evidence? Damning. Leaked emails, text messages, and insider accounts suggest a power play orchestrated by the couple.

Even Taylor Swift—one of Blake’s closest friends—was dragged into the mess. Alleged texts from Blake referring to Taylor and Ryan as her “dragons” were subpoenaed, fueling rumors that Swift is furious about being caught in the crossfire.

Can They Recover?

Hollywood loves a redemption story—but this one is going to take more than a heartfelt apology or a few well-placed interviews. The industry has smelled blood, and as history shows, once the tide turns against a star, it’s nearly impossible to reverse.

Ryan and Blake spent years building their brand. But after SNL, their carefully crafted image is in free fall. And as the lawsuit drags on, one thing is clear: Hollywood’s once-beloved power couple is now its biggest cautionary tale.

So, is this the end of the road for Ryan and Blake? Or do they have one last trick up their sleeves? Let us know what you think in the comments. And don’t forget to subscribe for more updates on the juiciest Hollywood dramas!