Taylor Swift is taking a break from Blake Lively due to her name being involved in ongoing lawsuits between the "

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" alum and her co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, according to a source. According to the insider, the Grammy winner “is keeping her distance” from Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds.

Taylor Swift and Blake Lively's decade-long friendship is reportedly straining due to a legal battle between Lively and actor Justin Baldoni, with Swift distancing herself and their once-close bond appearing to unravel.

Lively accused actor Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment, citing inappropriate behavior on set. Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds, became involved, and Swift, 35, unintentionally became involved, leading to friction between the couple. The drama has sparked legal tensions and strained relationships.
Baldoni sued Lively and Reynolds for $400 million, claiming Lively used her friendship with Swift to pressure him and that Swift's presence during a meeting made him feel obligated to follow Lively's script edit demands. As the legal situation escalated, Swift became increasingly uncomfortable and is now actively distancing herself from Lively.
"Taylor is not communicating with Blake," one insider revealed. Swift and Lively's relationship has shifted significantly due to the media attention surrounding Lively's legal troubles, leading to a change in their public support. Swift refused to attend the SNL 50th anniversary special, despite receiving an invitation, highlighting the apparent separation between the two celebrities.

"Taylor is taking stock of which of her friends are good for her and who name drops her for personal gain," a second source noted. Swift is reportedly focusing on preventing external factors from affecting her career, particularly as she prepares for her upcoming album. The estrangement between Swift and Lively was evident during Lively's absence from the Super Bowl, with Swift seen with collaborators and friends. Their last photo was in October 2023.
Reynolds addressed the legal drama during the SNL 50th anniversary special, which some viewers viewed as a lighthearted attempt to downplay the controversy. "Great - why, what have you heard?" Reynolds responded, seeming to indicate that the couple was using their celebrity to manage their public image amid mounting headlines.
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Swift and Lively's friendship is uncertain as they navigate a legal saga, leaving fans wondering if they will ever rebuild their once-inseparable relationship or if their paths have diverged for good. Both women are focusing on their careers and personal well-being.