Blake Lively's Legal Battle Takes New Turn as Taylor Swift Subpoena Withdrawn

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Blake Lively has been making headlines this week, primarily for developments in her ongoing legal battle with "It Ends With Us" director Justin Baldoni. In a significant turn of events, Baldoni's legal team has withdrawn their subpoena to Taylor Swift, which was previously issued in connection with the lawsuit. Blake's representative confirmed this on May 22, stating they are "pleased" that these "harassing subpoenas" have been withdrawn.

The legal drama took another turn when Blake's rep claimed that Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios have been trying to exploit Taylor Swift's celebrity status since the beginning of the case. The rep suggested this was part of a strategy to create distractions from the actual claims of sexual harassment and retaliation they are facing. The trial for this case is currently scheduled for March 2026.

Despite ongoing rumors of a friendship breakdown between Blake and Taylor Swift following the legal situation, Blake's representative has issued a fresh statement regarding Swift's involvement, indicating continued support between the two celebrities.

In social media developments, Blake was recently honored on Time's 100 list for 2025. On April 16, she shared her gratitude on Instagram, writing that it was "an honor to be acknowledged" and expressing appreciation for being written about by Sherrilyn Ifill.

Blake and her husband Ryan Reynolds notably skipped the 2025 Met Gala held on May 5, where the theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." While the couple has been embroiled in their legal battle with Baldoni, sources told People magazine that their absence wasn't necessarily connected to the lawsuit. The couple hasn't attended the event since 2022, when they served as co-chairs. The Met Gala holds special significance for the couple as it's where they made their red carpet debut back in 2014.

On the professional front, Blake's latest film "Another Simple Favor" premiered at SXSW 2025, earning her praise despite her current challenges. There's also speculation about her starring in a major upcoming studio project, potentially marking her most significant return to acting since the birth of her fourth child.

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