Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are skipping the 2025 Golden Globes, even though Reynolds’s film Deadpool & Wolverine is nominated for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement. According to Page Six, the couple decided to miss the event long before recent legal troubles involving Lively emerged, and their decision is not related to the scandal, which centers around Lively's lawsuit against actor Justin Baldoni.
Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Baldoni, her co-star and the director of the film It Ends With Us, alleging his involvement in what she describes as a social manipulation campaign aimed at destroying her reputation. Baldoni has denied these accusations and has countered by suing the New York Times for $250 million, claiming the publication misrepresented the facts surrounding the lawsuit, which has received extensive media coverage.
Reporting by Deadline confirmed the couple’s absence from the awards ceremonial. Reynolds's film, which has grossed over $1.33 billion worldwide, is linked to the long-standing presence of the couple at previous events. This year, simultaneous controversies seem to overshadow their attendance.
The Golden Globes, known for showcasing the entertainment industry's top talent, has included illustrious attendees like Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet, heightening viewer expectations for the event. Meanwhile, Reynolds and Lively’s absence leaves fans wondering about the couple’s well-being.
Despite being regulars at such awards, Lively and Reynolds are understandably prioritizing their personal matters. The reported decision to skip this year’s Golden Globes had been made significantly earlier than the resurfacing of Lively's legal battles. Those close to the couple have emphasized their choice to focus on resolving their issues rather than participating in public events under scrutiny.
Lively’s legal claims include serious allegations against Baldoni for purported on-set sexual harassment; she has called attention to behavior she claims involved manipulation tactics, which she believes aimed at undermining her professionally. The former Gossip Girl star has alleged Baldoni created situations meant to damage her reputation judging by various internal communications she has provided as evidence.
Conversely, Baldoni’s legal team has reacted strongly, asserting Lively's allegations are fabricated and part of her own strategic smear campaign against him. The New York Times has stood by its reporting of this situation and has defended itself against Baldoni’s claims, stating its piece thoroughly investigated and cited concrete evidence supporting Lively’s side of the story.
Legal turmoil appears to be complicosing both Lively’s and Baldoni’s public images and careers. The New York Times has issued statements affirming its integrity, arguing it pursued facts diligently, analyzing thousands of documents to establish the truth. Following their report, allegations have continued to swirl about the dynamics on set during production of It Ends With Us.
With this year’s Golden Globes less than exciting without Reynolds and Lively, many fans feel their absence will be palpable. Lively's lawsuit has drawn attention not only for its content but also for its reflection on the treatment of women within the film industry—a subject increasingly under the spotlight.
While Deadpool & Wolverine remains celebrated for its impressive box office performance, its success is now somewhat overshadowed by its stars’ off-screen battles. Critics and audiences alike eagerly anticipate how these events will impact the couple’s future and careers, as well as the broader conversation about safety and respect on film sets.
Calls for accountability have grown louder, rekindling discussions on the Hollywood machine's culture. It appears unlikely Lively and Reynolds will end their silence anytime soon; the couple has built their brand around positivity and public engagement, yet the current controversies lay heavy on prospects for their re-entry to such social scenes.
Hence, as the Golden Globes commence, many will tune in not only to celebrate cinematic achievements but also to witness the differing paths taken by established stars as they navigate legal pressures interwoven with their professional endeavors.