The ongoing drama surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s feud over the production of It Ends With Us has taken an unexpected twist, with political commentator Candace Owens naming Ryan Reynolds as the “true villain” in the saga. Owens made the claims on her Instagram Stories on January 24, citing an anonymous source with alleged insider knowledge from the film’s set.
Owens’ Claims Against Reynolds
According to Owens, the tension began when Reynolds, 48, visited the set and reviewed the dailies. The visit reportedly led to an argument between Reynolds and Lively, 37, in her trailer. Owens alleges that the Deadpool star then approached WME, a leading talent agency, and demanded Baldoni, 41, be dropped from their roster.
“My source claims that Ryan Reynolds is grossly insecure, and his behavior on set reflects that,” Owens wrote. She further tied the alleged behavior to comments made by Reynolds’ ex-wife, Scarlett Johansson, implying jealousy may have influenced their past relationship.
A History of Controversy
Owens also referenced past incidents involving Reynolds, including claims made by his former Deadpool 2 co-star TJ Miller, who accused Reynolds of being “horrifically mean” during filming. Owens used these examples to paint a picture of Reynolds as someone who uses his on-screen personas to belittle others in the industry.
The Legal Battle Intensifies
This revelation comes amid an escalating legal battle between Lively and Baldoni. Lively filed a lawsuit in December 2024, accusing Baldoni of inappropriate behavior on set. In response, Baldoni launched a $400 million counter-suit against Lively, Reynolds, and Lively’s publicist, Leslie Sloane, for defamation, invasion of privacy, and civil extortion.
Both sides have vehemently denied the accusations. Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, described Lively’s allegations as “serious and categorically false,” while Lively’s team labeled Baldoni’s counter-suit as a desperate attempt to shift focus.
The Bigger Picture
While Owens’ comments add another layer of complexity to the dispute, it’s worth noting that her claims remain unverified. Whether or not Reynolds played a role in the tensions, the feud between Lively and Baldoni continues to dominate entertainment headlines, with no clear resolution in sight.
As the legal battle unfolds, it remains to be seen how these explosive allegations will impact the careers and reputations of all parties involved