Blake Lively’s Fierce Defense of Taylor Swift’s ‘Love Story’ Overshadows ‘It Ends With Us’ Controversy.
Amid the swirling backlash surrounding her latest film, ‘It Ends With Us,’ Blake Lively has found an unlikely ally in her best friend, Taylor Swift. As the internet continues to scrutinize the actress over recent claims aimed at her co-star Justin Baldoni, Lively has attempted to shift the narrative by passionately defending Swift’s iconic song ‘Love Story’ during a radio interview.
During a game of “Unpopular Opinion” on BBC Radio 1 Breakfast, a caller dared to suggest ditching ‘Love Story’ from Swift’s Eras Tour setlist and replacing it with a more ‘fierce’ choice. However, Lively wasn’t having any of it. The ‘Gossip Girl star unleashed her inner fan girl, delivering a mic-drop-worthy defense of Swift’s classic.
“That’s rough,” Lively retorted. “You just hate happiness or joy? Or just your ears? You don’t like your ears?” she added, leaving no room for doubt about her stance.
But Lively didn’t stop there. Expressing her unwavering support for Swift, she went on to say, “I want it all—yes, every song. What’s the setlist? Yes.” The actress even jokingly wished for Swift to perform for “47 hours straight so that every song could be played at all times,” an ambitious feat given the typical length of Swift’s shows.
Lively’s fierce defense of her bestie comes as a welcome distraction amid the turbulent waters of her career. The actress has found herself embroiled in a public feud with her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.
Reports of a strained relationship between the two have been circulating, with sources alleging creative differences that turned into a full-blown rift. These tensions reportedly led to two separate cuts of the film.
The situation reached a boiling point when Baldoni hinted at stepping down as director for a potential sequel, seemingly confirming the rumors of a fractured relationship.
But the controversy doesn’t end there. Reportedly, the ‘Gossip Girl’ alum also shared how Baldoni made her feel uncomfortable about her postpartum body by inquiring about her weight with her trainer. Additionally, she described a prolonged kiss that she found rather strange and unsettling.
As the controversy surrounding ‘It Ends With Us’ continues to swirl, Lively’s unwavering support for her best friend, Taylor Swift, has become a beacon of positivity. Whether it’s a strategic move to shift the narrative or a genuine outpouring of admiration, Lively’s fierce defense of ‘Love Story’ has undoubtedly captured the attention of fans and critics alike.
