A legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is scheduled to head to court in 2026, with high-profile figures 

such as Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Swift potentially facing legal scrutiny as part of the case. 

The lawsuit claims accusations of sexual harassment, as well as interference in the production of the film *It Ends with Us*, 

and could see the involvement of some of Hollywood’s biggest stars.

The drama started when Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing the actor and filmmaker of sexual harassment during the film’s production. 

Baldoni, best known for his role in *Jane the Virgin*, responded by claiming that Lively’s accusations were false and driven by a need to repair her image after controversy arose surrounding the press tour of the film. 

In his lawsuit, Baldoni argues that Lively took control of the film set, including rewriting scenes, and allegedly used her relationships with A-list stars like Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Swift to exert pressure on him.

One of the more intriguing aspects of the case is the potential involvement of Taylor Swift. According to legal experts, individuals who were present for key events or conversations related to the allegations could be compelled to testify. In this case, Swift’s presence on the set and her potential role in conversations about the re-writes of specific scenes in *It Ends with Us* could lead to her being called as a witness. Legal editor Kerri Urbahn of Fox News Digital explained that, according to Baldoni’s complaint, Swift might have witnessed an exchange in which Lively allegedly pressured Baldoni to accept changes to a rooftop scene. “According to Justin Baldoni’s complaint, Taylor Swift may have been present for conversations where Baldoni alleges Lively was pressuring him to accept her rewrites of a particular scene,” Urbahn reported.

Adding a layer of intrigue to the case is the infamous text message exchange between Baldoni and Lively, which was included in the lawsuit. In the text, Lively allegedly referred to Swift and Reynolds as “dragons” who “protect” her, sparking speculation that these figures—who are well-known friends of Lively—could play a key role in the ongoing legal drama. Legal experts are even jokingly suggesting that the phrase “Subpoenaed Dragon” could serve as the title of a future song, referencing the ongoing tensions between the two parties.

The text exchange, which was made public as part of the lawsuit, revealed that Baldoni had thanked Lively for her contributions to the film. However, the text also suggested that Lively may have leveraged her powerful connections in Hollywood to sway Baldoni’s creative decisions. In his message, Baldoni wrote, “I really love what you did. It really does help a lot. Makes it so much more fun and interesting. (And I would have felt that way without Ryan and Taylor [emoji]) You really are a talent across the board. Really excited and grateful to do this together.”

Lively responded with a lengthy message of her own, in which she seemingly acknowledged the influence of her “dragons.” “Both Ryan and [redacted] have established themselves as absolute titans as writers and storytellers outside of their primary gig – just singing or just acting or [redacted] just directing. I’m so lucky to have them as creative barometers,” Lively’s message read, according to the lawsuit. “But also to have them as people who prop me up and make sure I’m seen for all I can, and do offer. Because they know firsthand all I contribute. They also know I’m not always as good at making sure I’m seen and utilized for fear of threatening egos, or fear of affecting the ease of the process.”

The stakes for the trial are high, and as the legal drama progresses, it is becoming clear that more high-profile witnesses and figures could be drawn into the case. Legal experts have already speculated that Lively’s close circle, including Reynolds and Swift, might be compelled to testify if their involvement in the events is deemed relevant. As the trial edges closer, more details about the accusations, the alleged re-writes, and the role of these A-list stars in the controversy are expected to emerge.

With the case set to unfold in 2026, the legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni promises to captivate audiences and send shockwaves through Hollywood. The involvement of Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Swift further heightens the drama, making it one of the most talked-about celebrity lawsuits in recent memory. As the legal proceedings move forward, all eyes will be on this star-studded case and its potential impact on the careers of those involved.

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