Filmmaker Paul Feig has publicly shown his unwavering support for Blake Lively amidst her ongoing legal disputes with Justin Baldoni. With both Lively and Baldoni embroiled in lawsuits since December and January, fans are eagerly following the unfolding drama. As the court proceedings approach in March 2026, Feig has stepped up to defend Lively, drawing significant attention from the public.
What exactly did Paul Feig say in defense of Blake Lively? Let’s delve into his comments.
Paul Feig’s Support for Blake Lively
In a recent interaction, Paul Feig reiterated his endorsement of Blake Lively through an online comment.
While promoting the highly anticipated sequel, Another Simple Favor, Feig engaged with fans during a collaborative post featuring Lively and Anna Kendrick. In the comments, a fan inquired whether the upcoming film represents “Paul Feig’s cut or Blake’s cut.”
Feig quickly clarified, stating, “It’s my cut. There is no other cut. Blake has been nothing but supportive and a dream to work with. She is the best and an amazing collaborator, and I’m her biggest fan. Just wanted to clear that up.”
This interaction relates to the discussions surrounding two versions of It Ends With Us, characterized by one heavily edited version associated with Lively and another directed by Justin Baldoni.
The comments section saw a flurry of negative feedback from fans, some stating they would boycott the film due to Lively’s involvement and expressing sympathy for co-star Anna Kendrick. There were even suggestions regarding Lively’s influence over Kendrick’s participation in the project.
Earlier, Feig had expressed his backing for Lively following her initial lawsuit against Baldoni, praising her talent and denouncing the smear campaign against her. He also put to rest rumors claiming that Lively’s legal action would affect the film’s release timeline.
