Blake Lively’s lawyer, Mike Gottlieb, is dropping some juicy legal tea. In his first major interview about the It Ends with Us lawsuit, Gottlieb’s spilling the details on whether Blake will be taking the stand, if Ryan Reynolds will make a cameo (in a courtroom, not a rom-com), and whether Taylor Swift will be asked to testify like she’s auditioning for Law & Order: SVU. Spoiler alert: it’s all a bit wild.
So, Will Blake Lively Actually Testify?
Oh, you betcha. You know how in movies, there’s always that dramatic moment when the plaintiff stands up in court and everyone gasps? Yeah, Blake’s going to deliver that. According to Mike, “The ultimate moment for a plaintiff’s story to be told is at trial. We expect that to be the case here [with Lively]. So we would, of course, expect her to be a witness at her trial. Of course she’s going to testify.”
He went on to say that there are people who were like, “Yeah, we saw stuff” during filming, and they’re about to spill the beans in front of everyone. So get your popcorn ready, because the set drama is coming to the courtroom. Who knew being a celebrity was basically just one long episode of Judge Judy?
Will Ryan Reynolds Show Up to Back His Wife?
The answer is… maybe? According to Mike, “He may or may not be a fact witness.” Yeah, sounds like Ryan might be sitting this one out. Or he could waltz in with his trademark charm, look at the jury, and say, “Hi, I’m Ryan Reynolds, and I’m here to save the day. Or maybe just make some really bad jokes to lighten the mood.” Who knows?
And What About Taylor Swift, Hugh Jackman, and Other Celebs Being Dragged Into This?
Oh, the drama just doesn’t stop. Rumors have been swirling that Justin Baldoni’s team might want to subpoena major celebrities like Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman. You know, because nothing says “relevant to the case” like Wolverine and the Queen of Pop. But Gottlieb is having none of it. He went full “hold my lawyer briefcase” mode and said, “It’s completely unclear what claims or defenses in the case any of these celebrities… have any relevance to at all.”
Like, why are we talking about Deadpool and Reputation? Blake’s lawsuit is about what went down on set when she spoke out about harassment, not about which songs Taylor Swift wrote for the movie or which Marvel hero has the most swag. But sure, let’s subpoena everyone who’s ever been in a blockbuster. Great idea, guys.
Gottlieb Continues the Clapping Back with ‘Do They Even Matter?’
Gottlieb got a little extra sassy when he dropped this mic drop: “You can’t just go around subpoenaing people because they’re famous and you think it will generate a bunch of headlines.” Preach! The federal courts are all about facts, not about randomly involving celebrities to boost the drama. Looks like Justin’s team may have watched one too many seasons of The Kardashians and thought subpoenas were just part of the deal.
And Then Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Fired Back…
Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s lawyer, decided to weigh in with a little counterattack. He said, “Although obviously uncomfortable for the Lively parties, the truth is not a distraction.” Oh, and he claims that Blake brought her ‘dragons’ (yes, dragons, because why not?) into the situation to manipulate Justin at every turn.
He also threw in some shocking statements about Ryan Reynolds using corporate money for personal grudges. Uh, okay, sir, we’re just here for the courtroom drama, not your corporate conspiracy theories.
Taylor Swift’s Name? Possibly Involved, but Who’s to Say?
Oh, and Taylor Swift’s name might pop up in one of Justin Baldoni’s lawsuits, in an alleged text message. But before you go running to your nearest Swifty fan club, it’s never been confirmed that it’s actually about her. So, maybe it’s just another random celebrity name drop. Classic.
TL;DR?
Blake Lively is taking the stand (expect major courtroom glam). Ryan Reynolds might join her or just send in some sarcastic video messages. Celebrities might or might not get subpoenaed, but don’t worry—this isn’t a cameo-filled movie; it’s a real-life legal showdown. And as for the rest? Well, you’ll just have to tune in to the next episode of “As the Lawsuit Turns.”
