Taylor Swift Pauses Bond With Blake Lively Amid Justin Baldoni Drama
I’m going to spell this out for you, since you clearly need a hand: Taylor Swift has officially put her friendship with Blake Lively on ice, and yes, it’s all about Justin Baldoni’s latest headlines. According to Page Six, Swift “wants zero involvement” in the soap-opera swirl surrounding Lively’s husband. E! News corroborates that Swift’s inner circle has quietly advised her to keep a safe distance until the Baldoni storyline calms down.
Here’s the full rundown. Swift and Lively first bonded over mutual admiration (remember that star-studded dinner in 2016?), and they even exchanged supportive messages when Lively welcomed her third child in 2023. But this spring, whispers of marital tension between Baldoni and Blake began floating around celebrity blogs, thanks in part to a Halston Sage dating rumor splashed across social media. Page Six reports that Lively has been “deeply frustrated” navigating paparazzi questions, and Swift “doesn’t want to be dragged into any awkward interviews or possible PR spats.”
You may be wondering: what exactly threw this friendship off track? It all stems from a few high-profile red carpet appearances where Baldoni looked less than picture-perfect, sparking endless gossip cycles. Insiders told E! News that Swift, fresh off her Eras Tour success, didn’t appreciate the risk of her own brand being tangled in that buzz. So rather than weather a potential headline like “Taylor Takes Sides,” she’s opted for a polite but firm step back.
Timeline highlights: in January’s Golden Globe after-party, Swift and Lively were inseparable on the photo wall. Fast forward to June, and neither appeared alongside each other at the Lively-hosted gala in Los Angeles. Page Six notes that “no bad blood” exists—Swift simply prefers to avoid “any drama vortex.” Meanwhile, Lively continues to publicly support Baldoni, praising his new Directorial venture in Variety last month.
Of course, you might ask what this means for celebrity camaraderie at large. It sends a clear message: Swift values her reputation control as much as her chart-topping hits. Even her most star-studded friendships aren’t immune to a strategic pause if tabloid turbulence looms.
So keep an eye on the next red carpet or Instagram story drop—that’s when we’ll see if Swift and Lively recalibrate or keep their distance. Glad I could clear that up for you.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and Page Six, E! News, New York Post
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