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** RE: "Lively Declaration ISO Opp. to MSJ (Document #1366, Attachment #7) filed April 18th, 2026 **

This declaration was attached to one of Blake’s filings last week, which was confusing because many of the claims have since been proven false. It turns out it was just a copy of the declaration she originally filed in December 2025. I feel like it was from way earlier. Maybe someone can clear that up.

At any rate, if you’d like to see how much Blake’s own version of events has changed, I’ve included a link to her declaration and the full text below.

We've all come so far!! Would love to hear your thoughts.

Court Listener Link:

Exhibit 7 - Lively Declaration ISO Opp. to MSJ — Document #1366, Attachment #7

PLAINTIFF BLAKE LIVELY’S DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF OPPOSITION TO DEFENDANTS’ MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT

I, Blake Lively, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1746, hereby declare as follows:

(1) I am over 18 years of age, of sound mind, and otherwise competent to make this declaration. The evidence set out in the following declaration is based on my personal knowledge.

INTRODUCTION TO BALDONI AND IT ENDS WITH US

(2) After initially meeting Justin Baldoni (“Baldoni”), I spoke with Liz Plank (“Plank”), a friend who co-hosted the Man Enough Podcast with him. Plank shared several negative experiences that she and others had with Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios LLC (“Wayfarer”).

(3) I felt strongly that It Ends With Us (the “Film”) could reach a broad audience. Lily Bloom’s story resonated with me deeply and personally, and I thought her story of resilience and empowerment was important to share. For these and other reasons, I ultimately accepted the role of Lily Bloom.

(4) I have only met the Film’s screenwriter, Christy Hall, once and very briefly, in person at the New York premiere on August 6, 2024. We only communicated one other time, which was also brief and via email a few days later.

BALDONI’S INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT DURING PRE-PRODUCTION

(5) In late March 2023, Baldoni introduced me to a trusted health advisor of his, Jennifer Benson (“Benson”), purportedly for her to help me recover from strep throat.

(6) Benson subsequently sent me an agreement outlining the purpose and goals of her program. The agreement indicated that Benson specialized in weight loss.

(7) Shortly thereafter, my personal trainer and longtime friend, Don Saladino (“Saladino”), confirmed my suspicion that Baldoni was focused on my weight. In late April 2023, Saladino informed me that Baldoni asked him how much I would weigh in two weeks’ time—i.e., around the time filming was to begin. I was disturbed that Baldoni solicited this information, especially after I had recently given birth and was still breastfeeding.

(8) On or around April 25, 2023, I confronted Baldoni about speaking to Saladino regarding my weight and expressed that it felt invasive and inappropriate. My husband, Ryan Reynolds (“Reynolds”), briefly joined the discussion. No one else was present during the conversation.

INTIMACY & NUDITY

(9) The Wayfarer Defendants did not follow appropriate industry and/or nudity rider procedures.

(10) On or around May 19, 2023, I filmed a scene involving a kiss, which had been discussed and consented to in advance.

(11) On or around May 22, 2023, I filmed a birth scene (the “Birth Scene”).

(12) Standard protections for scenes involving partial or implied nudity were not followed. The set was not closed to non-essential personnel, and monitors remained active.

(13) The script did not call for nudity, and I did not consent to nudity in advance or through a nudity rider.

(14) On the day of filming, Baldoni and Jamey Heath (“Heath”) insisted that I simulate giving birth naked. I objected and ultimately agreed to limited simulated nudity under pressure.

(15) During filming, I was exposed in a manner that made me uncomfortable, with minimal covering and non-essential crew present.

(16) The actor playing the OB/GYN was introduced as one of Baldoni’s close friends.

(17) I felt the situation was humiliating and invasive.

(18) The following day, Heath showed me a graphic video of a nude woman without prior warning or consent.

(19) During a dance scene, Baldoni improvised intimate physical contact that had not been discussed or consented to in advance.

(20) In another scene, Baldoni bit and sucked my lip without consent.

NAVIGATING WAYFARER’S DISTRESSING WORK ENVIRONMENT

(21) On the second day of filming, Baldoni became emotional and delayed production. He also relayed hurtful comments about my appearance.

(22) During a car ride, Baldoni stated he had not always obtained consent in past sexual relationships.

(23) I discussed concerns with co-star Jenny Slate while considering how to address the situation.

(24) I raised concerns with Ange Giannetti, Baldoni, and Heath, including during a January 4, 2024 meeting focused on safety and workplace conditions.

(25) Despite raising concerns, I remained uncomfortable but continued working. I later learned Baldoni and Heath portrayed me negatively.

(26) No HR support, policies, or reporting procedures were provided.

THE EDIT

(27) I was at times denied access to footage and edits.

(28) A scene I was shown included graphic content involving a minor character that was not in the script or book.

(29) Edits often portrayed Baldoni’s character in a more graphic or aggressive manner.

(30) I believed the edits marginalized female characters and worked with Colleen Hoover on alternative edits.

(31) My involvement in editing was due to concerns about the film’s direction, not a desire for control.

(32) In April 2024, Sony supported my creation of a separate edit.

(33) I later shared a trailer featuring a Taylor Swift song with Swift, who approved its use.

(34) I sought input from trusted creatives.

(35) My ownership stake in Blake Brown is through LOL HATA LLC, in which I hold more than 99%.

I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on December 3, 2025.

BLAKE LIVELY

Ryan could not be more proud of her

She’s out there selling herself as a victim…and how many past friends have come out to support her, or even acknowledge her existence? None. Taylor is gone, Gigi is gone, the NY clique is gone, no former colleagues have offered any support recently. She’s telling the world how terribly she’s been treated, how maligned she is, how terribly she’s suffered, and yet not one solitary friend has offered any kind of public support.

And ok I guess her supporters would say “that’s because they don’t want to get involved in the lawsuit”, but they don’t even need to comment on the lawsuit. They could show their support just by saying “here’s a photo of Blake and I, what a great person”, but nobody has acknowledged her FOR MONTHS.

To me this speaks volumes about her as a person. That old quote “You can tell a person by the company they keep”, but Blake is so awful she hasn’t even managed to keep any company, they’ve all ditched her.

My PSA for Ryan Reynolds ....

Addressing the part of your quote that didn't get as much attention as what you said about Blake Lively (you know the part where you claim never to have never been more proud of your wife for following your playbook of stealing movies, lying to frame an innocent man, and then getting caught).

Anyhow you also responded to the pre-approved question with the below:

"You really see kind of the illusion behind so much of this stuff, you know, digital life versus real life."

Oh Ryan Reynolds, In 2026, digital life is REAL LIFE! You actually know this better than anyone because you love to think you are the most clever person on the internet with that ridiculous marketing company. But here's what you need to know or at least be reminded of ...

There is no public flogging or shaming of canceled celebrities. This exists online (chats, comments, etc) and through news stories. You didn't see a public shaming forum for Matt Lauer. Kevin Spacey isn't booed as he walks through an airport. That's because in public we are still a reasonably civil society. So, Ryan, if the fact that this HAS NOT happened to you or Blake makes you feel a separation from digital and real life exists ... then I guess you should continue to live in that fantasy?? But, in reality, you and Blake both have in fact been canceled.

Nearly 100 percent of online comments are negative. Yep, Ryan, there is no echo chamber here. It's everywhere from Daily Mail/Page Six comments to more mainstream like People or Variety. It almost doesn't even matter what the actual content of the story is anymore - the comment sentiment is always the same. You'll also NEVER be able to turn your comment section back on, Blake too. And again, for someone who likes to feel like they are smarter than the internet and can harness its power - I bet that really bothers you. Especially when you put so much stock in the back and forth you had with Blake online before all this mess.

You and Blake are losing projects left and right. Did I just see an article saying you claimed Deadpool was never going to be center stage again and only appear as a side character on the Willie sit-down? That's interesting. Just two months ago you were garnering online support for a FOURTH Deadpool movie and you've also been on record in 2024 saying that Deadpool has to exist on his own and will never coexist with the larger groups. Did you really have such a change of mind OR did your current situation dictate that for you. Yep, it's one-hundred percent the latter. Also, another truth that will hurt. Ryan, YOU DON'T OWN DEADPOOL. I know you feel you do. But the reality is you don't dictate his future - Disney does. And because you are now 50, most studio execs everywhere likely hate you or at the very least will never text you again, and 75 percent of the movie-going audience now thinks you are psychotic - it's just not looking good. Here's what will happen. There will be a 10 year or so pause on Deadpool and then he'll come back with a younger actor. You helped develop a character ... and that character can be played by another actor. You aren't the only actor ever who can pull off sarcastic and edgy. ALSO, you have been dropped by Paramount on THREE projects!! The only things going forward are projects you already had in the can. And even those have been delayed by YEARS because they don't want to be associated with your bad press. And don't even get me started on your wife - you know the situation there!

Anyhow, Ryan, I could go on, but I think I'll leave you with just the three points above so it can really sink in. BUT .. don't despair. I'm also leaving you with two tips on how you can help your current situation!

1. Stop the nonsense! All the doubling down, victim framing, etc. - it actually makes people hate you more! We've seen the dancing video, text messages and everything else. So stop telling us it was a different story - that ship has sailed and is going down fast! Nobody wants to be gaslit. Start taking accountability and look for a way out, not a way to drill down further.

2. Lay off the dumb-dumb juice!

Curious about this because it has to be relevant to know what LIvely did in determining what is standard practice for PR and crisis PR. How can a jury know without understanding exactly what Blake did, as it would be what she presumably considers fair game?

Obviously, the hypocrisy bothers all of us, especially because so many of her previous grievances felt like she walked him into them. Like how she started using "sexy" or talking about circumcision. When people act a certain way, it's fair for others to respond in kind, to match. I don't see how PR is any different. So, will the defense ask what her team has done and see how the jury feels when WF likely did less?

I thought this was interesting, she points out the interview was more than likely edited and his facial expressions between talking about his wife and football team are very telling. It’s worth a watch so wanted to share.

It just occurred to me (sorry if I'm late to this party) but Ryan Reynolds misappropriated massive resources on Deadpool v Wolverine by incorporating Nicepool. Right? Like we've seen all of the stuff about Ryan re-writing stuff, improvising stuff, pissing off his costars--- but he hijacked an entire part of a huge Disney movie to get his shots in at... Justin Baldoni? That makes me think he may be dead in Hollywood as well as his scheming wife.

I was looking at the official credits for It Ends With Us and the "Special Thanks" section is absolutely wild. If you need proof that this was a total hostile takeover by the Lively-Reynolds camp, this is it.

Look at the screenshot:

https://preview.redd.it/iwfgwhw86hwg1.png?width=1090&format=png&auto=webp&s=92879707027f04e5afcfe5d7913a88bc4d7036a9

Almost every single person on this list is there because of Blake. She even has them phrased as "Ms. Lively wishes to extend special thanks to..." over and over again.

A few things that stand out:

• The Gordon Reynolds thing: This is the smoking gun. Ryan is credited as "Gordon Reynolds" (his 'evil twin' persona) for the Nicepool role in Deadpool & Wolverine—the same character everyone says is a parody of Justin Baldoni. Blake actually thanked "Gordon" in her movie. It’s not a joke; it’s a documented petty swipe at her director in the official credits of a movie about domestic violence.
• The Family Tree: She didn't just thank Ryan. She included all four of their kids (Inez, James, Olin, and Betty), her mom, and even the wife of Ryan’s editor, Shane Reid.
• The "Squad": It’s a billionaire's club roll call. Taylor Swift, Austin Swift, Aaron Dessner, and Shawn Levy (the Deadpool director). It looks more like her private party guest list than a film production crew.
• The Justin Erasure: This is the kicker. Justin Baldoni—the actual director and co-star—isn't even thanked directly. His name only shows up as a footnote under his wife Emily’s mention.

It’s hard to sell the "I was just a marginalized actress with no power" narrative when you literally hijacked the credits to thank your children, your husband’s alter-ego, and your pop-star best friend, all while burying the director.

The ego it takes to put "Gordon Reynolds" in these credits is insane. It’s like they thought they were untouchable.

Link to credits: click

Oh give me a break