Taylor Swift and Blake Lively friendship reportedly over amid lawsuit fallout

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By: Daniel Harris

Taylor Swift’s silence on Blake Lively is reportedly final. The former best friends haven’t spoken in nearly a year. Sources say Swift felt used when Lively referenced her in legal documents. The pop superstar is protecting her peace and choosing not to re-engage. Meanwhile, Lively has tried to mend things but insiders say the door appears shut.

🔥 Quick Facts

  • Swift and Lively haven’t spoken since December 2024
  • Lively filed a sexual harassment complaint against Baldoni in December 2024
  • Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit was dismissed in June 2025
  • Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce in August 2025
  • The trial is scheduled for March 9, 2026

How the Friendship Fell Apart

Lively filed a complaint against It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni in December 2024, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation. Baldoni filed a $400 million lawsuit in January 2025 claiming Lively used her high-profile friendships for leverage.

Court documents included text messages where Lively called Swift and Ryan Reynolds her “dragons.” She compared herself to Game of Thrones character Khaleesi who had powerful protectors. Swift felt used after being dragged into the controversy.

“Taylor feels betrayed. Blake knows she crossed a line.”

Source, Hollywood insider

Swift reportedly feels the damage done by revealing those texts is lasting and probably permanent. Sources say Swift will forever be furious at how Blake used her for clout and leverage.

Why This Friendship Mattered So Much

The two stars were once frequent supporters who appeared at events and shared downtime with mutual friends. Lively directed Swift’s “I Bet You Think About Me” video in 2021. Swift named characters in her song “Betty” after Lively and Reynolds’ children.

Swift is even the godmother to Lively’s daughters with actor Ryan Reynolds. Sources revealed their friendship was grounded in leisurely activities and their shared billionaire status. They were baking pals, travel pals, and home decor pals who understood the privileges that wealth brings.

The Taylor Swift-Blake Lively friendship is as “beyond repair.” Lively has reportedly reached out via text messages and voicemails. But Swift isn’t responding to Lively’s messages and ignored all her groveling excuses.

The Legal Drama Behind the Split

Date Event Impact
December 2024 Lively files harassment complaint Friendship strain begins
January 2025 Baldoni countersues for $400 million Swift’s name appears in documents
May 2025 Swift subpoena withdrawn Public statement distances Swift
June 2025 Countersuit dismissed Lively scores legal win
October 2025 No contact for nearly a year Friendship called “beyond repair”

During production, Lively complained about on-set behavior and requested an intimacy coordinator. A meeting was held in January 2024 where Reynolds served as Lively’s representative.

The complaint alleges Baldoni attempted to mount a smear campaign against Lively. Text messages from Baldoni’s publicist reportedly said the actor “wants to feel like she can be buried.”

What’s Next for Both Stars

  • Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce in August 2025 after two years of dating.
  • Swift released her new album “The Life of a Showgirl” on October 3, 2025.
  • Lively reportedly won’t be invited to Swift and Kelce’s upcoming wedding.
  • Swift is focusing on Travis Kelce and her career, not old friendships.
  • The trial between Lively and Baldoni is set for March 2026.

In early October, Lively gave Swift a subtle Instagram like on her album release post. Some sources claimed in October that the two had reconnected with apologies made. But Swift made it explicitly clear she won’t endorse Lively or support her publicly in the ongoing case.

Can This Hollywood Friendship Be Saved?

The damage Justin did by revealing those texts is lasting and probably permanent. The truth is that text wasn’t even accurate according to insiders. Swift never thought of herself as Blake’s dragon or protector.

Even if the friendship heals, sources say the scar will remain. Blake’s heartbroken over how things ended and worried it could affect her career. Meanwhile, Swift is busy planning her wedding and promoting her album.

The once-unbreakable bond between two of Hollywood’s biggest stars now seems irreparably damaged. Will they ever find their way back to friendship? Only time will tell.

Sources

  • Reality Tea – Reports on friendship status and insider quotes
  • Page Six – Breaking news on the dragon texts and fallout
  • ABC News – Legal timeline and court documentation

10 thoughts on “Taylor Swift and Blake Lively friendship reportedly over amid lawsuit fallout”

  1. Ever noticed how friendships can crumble faster than a pack of cookies? Blake and Taylors bond hitting the rocks amid legal mess… Will they be singing We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together soon?

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    • Friendship crumbling like a pack of cookies? Thats the saddest cookie analogy Ive heard all week. Blake and Taylor drama, huh? Well, celebs and their rollercoaster friendships are always making headlines. Will they be belting out breakup tunes soon? Who knows, maybe theyll surprise us all with a sudden duet instead. After all, stranger things have happened in Hollywood, right? Whats your take on celeb friendships gone sour? Got any predictions for the next big breakup ballad?

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  2. Anyone else notice how friendships in Hollywood seem to crumble faster than a cookie? Taylor Swift and Blake Livelys bond reportedly shattered amid a lawsuit saga. Will they reconcile over a cup of tea or let the legal drama prevail?

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    • Oh, Hollywood friendships, theyre like a rollercoaster ride through a drama-filled theme park, arent they? One minute youre sipping champagne together, and the next, youre dodging lawsuits like theyre paparazzi. Taylor Swift and Blake Livelys bond hitting the rocks? Well, in Tinseltown, even the strongest friendships can crumble faster than a poorly constructed movie set. Will they patch things up over a cup of tea, or will the legal storm cloud continue to rain on their parade? Hollywood, where friendships are as fickle as the plot twists in a soap opera. Who do you think will extend the olive branch first, or are we in for a front-row seat to the next big celebrity feud?

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  3. Anyone else notice how friendships in the spotlight always seem to end in drama? Taylor Swift and Blake Lively now… whos next, Beyoncé and Rihanna? When will these celebs learn to keep it drama-free like us regular folks?

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  4. Anyone else notice how friendships in Hollywood can turn sour in the blink of an eye? One minute theyre posing on red carpets together, the next theyre in a legal battle. Do you think Taylor Swift and Blake Lively will ever reconcile after this lawsuit drama?

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    • Taylor Swift and Blake Lively? Oh, trust me, Hollywood friendships are like a rollercoaster ride with extra drama sprinkled on top. One moment its all smiles and selfies, the next its lawsuits and shady comments in the press. Do you think these two will ever reconcile? Maybe theyll surprise us all with a joint project or a sudden Instagram post full of peace signs and rainbows. Or will the drama keep simmering, making us all grab the popcorn for the next episode of Celebrity Feuds: Hollywood Edition? Who knows what the future holds in Tinseltown, right?

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  5. Anyone else notice how quickly friendships can crumble in the spotlight? Taylor Swift and Blake Lively going from squad goals to legal foes. Is it just me, or does Hollywood drama always find a way to steal the show?

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    • Its like watching a reality show where the plot twists are juicier than a ripe watermelon. One day youre sipping mimosas at brunch, and the next, youre hiring lawyers faster than you can say drama llama. Hollywood gossip doesnt just steal the show; it hijacks the whole theater and turns it into a circus. But hey, isnt that why we low-key love it? The glitz, the glamour, and the occasional catfight behind the scenes – its like a never-ending soap opera with better outfits. So, spill the tea, spill it all! Have you ever been caught in a friendship tornado like Taylor and Blake, or do you prefer to keep your squad drama-free?

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  6. Anyone else notice how friendships in Hollywood seem as fleeting as a shooting star? One day theyre posing together at galas, the next theyre embroiled in lawsuits. Will Taylor Swift and Blake Livelys bond ever be the same after this legal drama?

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