Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds face scrutiny following leaked texts

Newly unsealed court documents have revealed private text messages involving Ryan Reynolds, sparking discussions regarding the professional reputations of Reynolds and his wife, Blake Lively. The messages include Reynolds criticizing Sony Pictures for its handling of the controversy surrounding the film ‘It Ends With Us’ and making disparaging remarks about the film’s co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.

The revelations follow a long-standing legal dispute between Lively and Baldoni, which concluded with a settlement in May 2026. Industry insiders have expressed concerns that the ongoing drama and the nature of the leaked communications may impact the couple’s standing within Hollywood. Some industry professionals suggested that while the pair remains famous, their association may now be viewed as a potential complication for future projects.