Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Enjoy Family Baking Session Amidst Legal Drama
In a heartwarming moment shared with her fans, Blake Lively recently posted a cheerful selfie with her husband, Ryan Reynolds, during a family baking session. The actress took to her Instagram Stories to give a glimpse into their fun-filled afternoon, where they and their four children—James, 10, Inez, 8, Betty, 5, and Olin, 2—got creative in the kitchen. The family baked cupcakes and sugar cookies, decorating them with colorful icing to resemble horses and other farm animals. The playful session was set to the tune of the lullaby “All the Pretty Little Horses.”
Lively, known for her role in Gossip Girl, captioned one of the photos with a humorous twist, writing, “The family that bakes together… Stays sick on buttercream together.” The photo showed the couple smiling together, with Lively resting her head on Reynolds’ shoulder, capturing a moment of togetherness and joy. This lighthearted post comes amidst a challenging time for the actress, who is currently involved in a legal battle with director Justin Baldoni.
The legal feud began in December 2024 when Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment on the set of their 2024 romantic drama It Ends With Us. She also accused Baldoni and his team of orchestrating a smear campaign against her. Baldoni, known for his roles in Jane the Virgin and directing The Kissing Booth films, has denied all allegations. The situation escalated in January when Baldoni filed a $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds, and her publicist, Leslie Sloane.
As the legal proceedings unfold, there have been developments regarding the handling of evidence. Lively’s legal team requested a protective order to classify certain evidence as “Attorney’s Eyes Only,” aiming to limit public access to sensitive information. Baldoni’s team has accused Lively of attempting to shield documents from public view. However, a judge recently approved Lively’s request for a protective order, preventing Baldoni from leaking sensitive information. Despite this, a loophole in the order means that documents cited during the trial will remain accessible to the public.
The trial is scheduled to begin in March 2026, and while the protective order ensures some level of privacy, the public will still have access to key evidence presented in court. This legal back-and-forth has brought significant attention to the case, with both sides maintaining their positions. Lively and Reynolds, who married in 2012, have been focusing on their family life, using moments like their baking session to find joy amidst the turmoil.
The couple’s ability to create these meaningful experiences with their children highlights their commitment to maintaining a sense of normalcy and happiness in their personal lives, even as they navigate the complexities of their legal dispute. As the situation continues to develop, fans and followers will undoubtedly keep a close eye on how this high-profile case unfolds. For now, the family seems determined to cherish their time together, whether in the kitchen or beyond.
