Justin Baldoni’s decision to speak publicly about the legal battle that dominated headlines has reportedly stirred up new emotions behind the scenes, but don’t expect Blake Lively to join the conversation.
After Baldoni and his wife Emily Baldoni shared an emotional video describing the past two years as filled with “trauma” and “injustice,” insiders say the actress was far from moved.
“Blake watched every second of the video and was absolutely furious,” a source told Rob Shutter. “She believes Justin is trying to rewrite history and reframe himself as a victim. She doesn’t see it that way.”
Despite the reported frustration, sources say Lively has no plans to respond publicly.
“She’s not taking the bait,” another source added. “Blake has no interest in giving this another news cycle. In her opinion, the case is over and she is determined to keep it that way.”
However, Ryan Reynolds is said to have taken the video more personally.
“Ryan is furious,” a source revealed. “He believes Justin is reopening wounds that everyone worked incredibly hard to close. He doesn’t understand why anyone would want to put this back in the spotlight.”
According to sources, the couple discussed responding before deciding that silence would send the strongest message.
“Justin wants to tell his story,” a Hollywood source said. “Blake and Ryan believe that responding only amplifies their message. They believe the most powerful statement they can make is to say nothing.”
The dispute between Finish with us The co-stars broke up with a confidential settlement earlier this year, with neither party paying damages.
“Blake has moved on, even if Justin hasn’t,” another source shared.
For now, silence appears to be the last word from Lively and Reynolds: whether the Internet is ready to move on or not.
