The legal drama involving It Ends With Us keeps unfolding. New details come out every day. Now, Taylor Swift is caught up in it. Her name has come up many times in the case between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Allegations suggest that Lively used her close connections—Swift and her husband, Ryan Reynolds—against Baldoni and Sony. This has caused tension in their friendship.
Taylor Swift has been mentioned several times since Lively filed her lawsuit on December 20th. Reports say Swift feels “used” by Lively. She didn’t know her name was being used to pressure anyone in the industry. When Swift met Baldoni, she didn’t know what was happening behind the scenes.
Swift’s Unknowingly Involved
A source says Swift visited Lively’s apartment without knowing that there was a meeting with Baldoni. Swift thought she was just meeting her friend. She was surprised when she met Baldoni for the first time. The meeting lasted for two hours. During that time, Swift only spoke briefly with Baldoni. She simply said she was excited to see the movie because Baldoni was her friend’s boss.
It turns out that Lively arranged the meeting so Swift would be there. A source claims Swift had no idea there was a legal discussion happening. It appears Lively used the moment to involve her friend in the drama. This left Swift feeling uncomfortable and upset.
Could Taylor Swift Be Called to Testify?
Amid the legal battle, questions have been raised about whether Taylor Swift will be called to testify. Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, was asked if Swift could be deposed. He said, “I don’t know if we’ll depose Taylor Swift. But anyone with useful information will be asked to testify.” Freedman added that the legal team will try to keep Swift out of it. He believes Swift’s involvement should be avoided if possible.
Swift’s Role in It Ends With Us
Taylor Swift’s connection to the It Ends With Us film is also in question. In June 2024, Blake Lively said that Swift was involved in the movie from the beginning. The film features Swift’s song “My Tears Ricochet” from her 2020 album Folklore. Lively said Swift allowed her to use the song as a “favor.” Swift also reportedly helped with the film’s wardrobe, script, and final edits.
Despite Lively’s claims, Baldoni’s lawsuit suggests that Swift may have used her influence to push for changes. He says that Swift and Lively pressured him into choosing a particular version of a key scene. This scene was later revealed to be written by Ryan Reynolds, Lively’s husband. It’s clear that Lively was heavily involved in the project, but Swift’s influence may have been bigger than expected.
The Timeline and Swift’s Absence
Swift’s role in the drama is complicated. She had just started her Eras world tour when these events took place. The tour began in March 2023, right after Swift’s breakup from Joe Alwyn. In April 2023, she was performing in Tampa, far away from the drama. Swift’s hectic schedule and personal struggles may explain why she was just trying to support her friend, rather than take part in a legal dispute.
Swift has made it clear that she does not want to be part of the legal fight. She has not promoted the It Ends With Us film and hasn’t been seen with Lively since the lawsuit. This is a stark contrast to Swift’s active promotion of other projects, such as Deadpool 3. She has also been supportive of Zoë Kravitz’s Blink Twice, a film released around the same time.
A Friendship at a Crossroads
Swift and Lively have been close friends for many years. Swift is the godmother of Lively and Reynolds’ four children. The two have supported each other through tough times. This makes the current legal battle even harder for both women. Swift’s feelings of being used in the situation have strained their once-strong friendship. How this situation will unfold remains to be seen.
Despite Swift’s wish to stay out of the drama, her name continues to be part of the legal story. As the battle continues, it’s unclear how things will end for Swift, Lively, and Baldoni. Stay updated on this developing story and more at Coleman News.
