As I delve into the captivating journey of Blake Lively, it’s hard not to be mesmerized by how perfectly her life seems to have fallen into place. From her humble beginnings as a member of “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” to becoming the epitome of Manhattan’s “it girl,” her career trajectory is nothing short of inspiring.
Recently, Blake Lively has been making headlines due to her latest movie, “It Ends With Us,” an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s popular 2016 novel. However, instead of all positive buzz surrounding the film, there have been reports of disputes on set and a potential rift with the director, casting a shadow on what should be a celebratory period for Lively as the main actress.
In simpler terms, the extraordinary success of “It Ends with Us” – earning over $100 million at the domestic box office in its debut week – has been somewhat overshadowed by controversy. However, since Lively is generally well-liked by her colleagues, it’s expected that she will regain her positive image once the unnecessary tabloid drama fades away.
Nevertheless, the onslaught of vitriol thrown towards Lively in recent weeks is reminiscent of similar online hate campaigns against actresses like Brie Larson, Amber Heard, and even Lively’s close friend Taylor Swift. As a result, many pop culture fans are probably forgetting about all the reasons why we loved Blake Lively in the first place. Let’s rewind to some of the most iconic moments throughout Lively’s career, from the behind-the-scenes secrets of “Gossip Girl” to her endearing family life.
She’s a lot goofier than Serena on Gossip Girl
Blake Lively gained widespread recognition when she starred as Serena van der Woodsen in the initial season of “Gossip Girl.” This character, both admired and criticized for her traits, captivated viewers. Some elements of Serena’s allure (and undeniably, her style) have indeed rubbed off on Lively’s real-life image. Yet, devotees of “Gossip Girl” might be taken aback to discover the significant differences between Lively and Serena in their personalities.
Take a peek at the funny outtakes from every season of “Gossip Girl,” where you’ll find Blake Lively’s charming mishaps with lines, improvisations, and unexpected interruptions on set. In one hilarious blooper from Season 2 of The CW show, Lively mimics a pterodactyl while waiting for direction during a scene. Such playful antics were seldom, if ever, exhibited by a character as captivating as Serena van der Woodsen.
Even though Lively portrayed a character quite unlike her real self, she admitted to finding it odd at times, telling Nylon magazine, “I can feel rather foolish with her, because I’m, in fact, killing or marrying someone, yet I still look like myself. It feels strange sometimes, ‘This is preposterous.'” Given that acting on a CW show is as absurd as it comes, Lively likely found this peculiarity amusing, despite the series’ serious themes.
Lively appeared in one of SNL’s weirdest and funniest sketches
With her fame growing from “Gossip Girl,” Blake Lively was eventually asked to host “Saturday Night Live” in 2009, a tradition for many rising stars. Her episode stood out, featuring a sketch poking fun at Tiger Woods’ infidelity scandals with Lively portraying his wife Elin Nordegren subtly playing the part of an abusive spouse. There was also a parody of “Gossip Girl” set in Staten Island. Remarkably, Lively had the chance to perform alongside the Muppets, although they were portrayed by the cast members of that year’s “SNL.”
One noteworthy skit that Lively featured in, particularly for devoted show enthusiasts, was titled “Potato Chip.” In this quirky scene, Jason Sudeikis portrayed a Foghorn Leghorn-inspired astronaut candidate, while Forte donned a Southern accent as the NASA head. However, when Sudeikis secretly snacks on a potato chip from Forte’s desk while the NASA head is away, it escalates into a heated argument involving both characters and Lively’s character, who played Forte’s secretary.
As a long-time fan of Saturday Night Live, I must say that Emily Blunt’s performance in the Season 35 episode stands out as one of the most memorable and entertaining sketches in the show’s history. Her dramatic, accented delivery of “You don’t take people’s potato chips” was nothing short of brilliant, and it’s a sketch that I believe is definitely worth a watch just for how insane it gets. Blunt truly shines in this performance, and her portrayal has left a lasting impression on me as one of the best first-time hosts in SNL history. It’s a testament to her talent and versatility as an actress that she can take a simple sketch about potato chips and turn it into something truly special. I eagerly await her return to the show, as I have no doubt that she will continue to deliver outstanding performances that leave audiences laughing and amazed.
She fangirled over Harrison Ford when they worked together
Many actors would undoubtedly feel their pulse racing if they learned they were collaborating with Harrison Ford. In 2015’s “The Age of Adaline,” he shared the screen with Blake Lively, who plays a woman who doesn’t age and reconnects with an old flame, portrayed by Ford, who turns out to be the father of her new love interest. Interestingly, Lively hadn’t yet developed a fandom for the actor, having missed out on watching some of his most iconic roles, such as those in the “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones” series, before meeting him in person.
On “The Tonight Show” (via YouTube), she shared that her husband, Ryan Reynolds, urged her to watch all the first three “Indiana Jones” movies before they began filming. As she told Jimmy Fallon, she couldn’t contain her excitement and had to bring up the topic at the end of the first day, feeling like he was eagerly waiting to discuss it with her. She jokingly commented, “I thought he was on the brink of death to talk to me about it, for some reason, I just felt it.” She added humorously, “He must think…I have some peculiar obsession or maybe a significant disorder.”
Although Lively initially feared she might have come across as too enthusiastic about Indiana Jones when talking to Ford, he only had praise for her performance in the movie. Notably, her role in that film is now widely recognized as one of her best, making it all the more impressive that even in her excitement, she managed to stand her ground against an actor like Ford.
Her Jimmy Fallon interviews are both sweet and chaotic
Whenever I get starstruck, like when I met Harrison Ford, Blake Lively and Jimmy Fallon have consistently shared a wonderful rapport whenever she’s graced his late-night stage. Over the years, there seems to be a unique bond between us two, strengthened by the fact that Lively’s eldest daughter, James, was reportedly so enamored with meeting Fallon that she can no longer visit the show. As Lively put it herself, “You’re like Beyonce to her.”
During another stop by Jimmy’s show, he surprised me with an awesome addition to our home: a giant cardboard standee of Jimmy himself! In one of the most hilarious moments from my visits to “The Tonight Show,” I accidentally knocked off the legs so it could chill on the couch with me. Jimmy pretended like some voodoo doll of him was being tormented. To make things even funnier, I jabbed his cardboard groin area with a Sharpie pen!
Among the memorable instances involving the actress and comedian are a dance-off featuring self-created steps, and Lively’s humorous sharing of how the sex scene in Ryan Reynold’s “Deadpool” has made flying less enjoyable for her.
The Shallows made Lively into a badass action star
By 2016, Blake Lively wasn’t yet a box office sensation, but the movie “The Shallows” significantly changed that. In this gripping thriller, Lively portrays a surfer who gets stranded at sea after a shark attack and must battle the predator to survive. Critics highly praised Lively’s performance, with RogerEbert.com noting it as one of those intense, action-led roles that requires both physical prowess and artistic finesse.
“The term ‘Athletic’ is fitting for Lively in her film role, as her dedication to performing most of her own stunts stands out the most. Although she didn’t have to face real great white sharks in combat, she only needed a stunt double for the challenging surfing scenes and some intricate action sequences at the end of production that studios probably wouldn’t allow a main actor to do without assistance.”
During the final shoot on a buoy, Lively almost fractured her nose. The blood seen on-screen in the sequence was genuine. Instead of halting production, she chose to continue, expressing pride over her bloody nose to EW. Although it led to a commendable performance, she endured pain for a week following the shoot. Remarkably, this scene turned out to be one of Lively’s most successful box office hits.
She and Anna Kendrick were hilarious on a press tour
Blake Lively, famously known for her roles, showcased another remarkable performance in Paul Feig’s black comedy “A Simple Favor.” In this movie, she portrays a stylish character who mysteriously vanishes, leading Anna Kendrick’s character to probe into the disappearance and unearth hidden truths about her. The film received praise, as did Lively for her captivating, appealing acting style. This positive reception should boost anticipation for the upcoming sequel where both Lively and Kendrick will reprise their roles.
Fans are likely thrilled at the prospect of another press tour featuring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, as they displayed a delightful camaraderie and playful flirting during interviews for the original “A Simple Favor”. In fact, Kendrick jokingly admitted she aimed to win Lively from Ryan Reynolds, her co-star in “The Voices”.
It’s puzzling how gossips arose claiming that Lively and Kendrick had strained relations on the set of “A Simple Favor,” considering their camaraderie off-screen appeared so vibrant (pun intended) during interviews and press events. For instance, take a look at videos like their Wired Autocomplete Interview which highlight their electrifying chemistry.
She and Ryan Reynolds were proud parents at a Taylor Swift concert
It’s widely known that Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Taylor Swift share a strong friendship. A significant aspect of their bond is centered around Lively and Reynolds’ kids, whom Swift serves as godmother to, and according to Reynolds, also acts as an expensive nanny for them. In fact, Swift referenced their first three children, James, Inez, and Betty, in her 2020 song “Betty,” which was named after their youngest daughter.
On Taylor Swift’s 2017 album “Reputation,” the Lively-Reynolds family also made an appearance. In the song “Gorgeous,” you can hear a baby saying the title, which was confirmed by Swift to be Blair Lively (the eldest daughter of Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds). This made for a heartwarming moment during the “Reputation” stadium tour when they attended, as their daughter’s voice opened the live performance of the song. A fortunate fan captured on video the joyous reaction of Lively and Reynolds, creating an endearing viral sensation showcasing two proud parents.
Over the past few years, the bond between Lively and Swift has become even stronger. They’ve been spotted attending Kansas City Chiefs games, including the Super Bowl in 2024, and Lively made her directorial debut with a music video for Swift’s song “I Bet You Think About Me” in 2021. This just serves as proof that friends who share success at the box office tend to stick together.
Her Met Gala 2022 dress gagged the Internet
Discussions about Blake Lively’s fashion sense have been prevalent in popular culture since her “Gossip Girl” days, as her personal wardrobe was frequently featured for Serena van der Woodsen’s iconic outfits. However, it is at events like the Met Gala, where celebrities display their most stunning and sometimes eccentric fashion designs, that her style truly stands out. Yet, few have dazzled the red carpet as much as Blake Lively has managed to do.
Among all her eye-catching outfits at the Met Gala throughout her career, it was Lively’s 2022 ensemble that garnered the most online buzz. The stunning rose gold dress she wore had a unique feature: it unfastened halfway up the staircase to reveal a long blue train. Lively played a significant role in designing this dress, explaining to People that instead of allowing fashion to influence the design, she drew inspiration from New York City architecture and iconic structures such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and Grand Central Station, which were all incorporated into the dress’s design.
Without a doubt, the Internet was buzzing with responses to the metamorphosis, even Lively’s own spouse graced the red carpet alongside her. In an affair known for its stunning fashion moments, Lively could very well claim the throne, or more appropriately, the tiara, for the most impressive display.
She boldly called out the paparazzi
Blake Lively hasn’t hesitated to voice her opinions on significant issues, like advocating for domestic violence prevention during the promotional tour for “It Ends With Us,” and delivering a speech at Variety’s Power of Women event in 2017 to combat online child abuse. Yet, she has also been vocal about matters closer to home, such as addressing intrusive paparazzi actions, particularly when it concerns her family, especially her children.
2022 saw Lively post pictures on Instagram, showcasing her pregnancy with her fourth child. In the caption, she criticized the paparazzi who had been harassing her family, aiming to capture valuable photos. “You make me and my children feel uneasy,” she penned, extending gratitude to everyone else for their affection, respect, and for unfollowing accounts and publications that disseminate pictures of children. Considering how much she values safeguarding her kids, it’s no wonder that fellow celeb parents like Gigi Hadid supported Lively’s stance.
Blake gave some tough advice to a fan’s girlfriend
As a devoted fan, I can’t help but admire how Blake Lively uses her social media platform in a uniquely entertaining way: by playfully roasting her husband. Through the years, their digital banter has been nothing short of hilariously savage, with moments like Reynolds jokingly stating he’d use Lively as a “human shield” to safeguard their kids, or Lively celebrating Reynolds’ birthday with a picture of fellow Canadian Ryan Gosling instead. It’s this kind of witty camaraderie that keeps us fans hooked!
It’s evident that Reynolds’ signature sarcasm has influenced Lively beyond their relationship, as the actress isn’t shy about displaying her sharp and dry wit occasionally. A case in point occurred during a Wrexham AFC game, where Lively was cheering on the Welsh football team co-owned by herself, Reynolds, and “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” co-creator/star Rob McElhenney. When a fan captured a video asking Lively to greet his girlfriend Stephanie, Lively playfully replied (via ET Online), “Hi Stephanie! You should ditch him.”
It appears that those present at the event found Lively’s roasting particularly amusing, and even fans who weren’t there enjoyed it so much they shared the clip widely. One fan stated that his wife was delighted to receive the message, although she did not follow the actress’ suggestions.
She’s still supportive of her Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants co-stars
Many people first became fans of Blake Lively way before “Gossip Girl,” as she was also a member (the tallest one, to be exact) of “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” a 2005 film based on the best-selling novel series. Alongside America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel, Lively reprised her role in the film’s 2008 sequel, though a third film has been in development hell for years, with Bledel and Tamblyn confirming that a script had been written for it.
Despite no new developments on “Sisterhood 3,” the group of four has continued their strong friendship since the final film was shot more than 15 years ago. As Blake Lively shared with Entertainment Weekly in 2013, “They’re the most brilliant individuals you’ll ever encounter. It’s just like, WOW, how fortunate am I to have these women as friends? And how fortunate are they, because I bake a mean cupcake!”
Just lately, we, her fellow admirers, gathered to honor America Ferrera’s numerous nominations for her role in the 2023 movie “Barbie.” We were there at the screening of the Greta Gerwig masterpiece, each of us adorned in a splash of pink. In appreciation of her remarkable success, my dear friend Rebecca (Lively) penned a heartfelt message for America on Instagram. This tribute might just be the sweetest thing I’ve read all year!
Her Ladypool cameo seemed like fate
When it became official that a female version of Deadpool would be featured in the 2024 movie “Deadpool and Wolverine,” fans quickly figured out who would likely portray her. However, contrary to popular belief, Blake Lively doesn’t put on the famous red suit; instead, she lends her voice for “Ladypool.” This selection seems fitting given that her husband has been closely associated with the profane Marvel Comics character since the first “Deadpool” movie came out in 2016.
It transpired that seeing Blake Lively in the movie was a dream come true for her, as she discovered afterwards. In an interview on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” she revealed that the character was originally modeled after herself: “Rob Liefeld sketched LadyPool inspired by… he and his wife were watching ‘Gossip Girl,'” she said. “They needed a LadyPool, so, you get the idea.” Interestingly enough, neither Liefeld nor anyone else involved in creating the character knew that Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds would first meet on the set of “Green Lantern” while they were working on it.
Reflecting on Lively’s life, it’s clear that her various experiences and accomplishments align perfectly, making her success unsurprising. While it may appear as if Blake Lively was destined to embody the “Manhattan ‘it girl,'” her genuine career trajectory has undeniably transformed her into this iconic figure.
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