What's Inside?
- Taylor Swift may testify in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s legal feud, adding a surprising twist to their Hollywood battle.
- Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s once-close friendship appears fractured, with reports claiming Swift distanced herself during ongoing legal disputes.
- New harassment claims against Justin Baldoni intensify the lawsuit drama, with allegations of verbal abuse and toxic behavior resurfacing in court.
The storm surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s courtroom showdown has unexpectedly pulled Taylor Swift into its orbit. According to newly filed court documents, the pop icon is scheduled to give evidence later this year, making her a reluctant player in one of Hollywood’s most dramatic legal feuds in recent memory.
Taylor Swift Drawn Into Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s Lawsuit, Set to Provide Crucial Evidence
Taylor Swift, 35, has agreed to a deposition, but only if Justin Baldoni’s legal team secures a judge’s approval for an extended deadline. His lawyer, Ellyn S. Garofalo, clarified that they are not asking for “a blanket thirty-day extension” but a short window to schedule Swift’s testimony between October 20 and 25. The singer’s team explained her schedule is packed due to professional obligations, including the October 3 release of her highly anticipated album The Life of a Showgirl.
This legal entanglement began when Baldoni, best known for Jane the Virgin, filed a countersuit against his It Ends With Us co-star Blake Lively. His filing followed Lively’s allegations of sexual harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, and invasion of privacy. Baldoni, in turn, accused her of defamation and civil extortion, even referencing Swift in his lawsuit.
Omg Taylor agreed to get deposed for Blake’s case……did not expect that pic.twitter.com/uJWQntsY9J
— molly ❤️🔥 (@stateofmolly) September 12, 2025
That mention upset the “Bad Blood” singer. According to reports, she felt “used” and did not appreciate being pulled into the feud. Swift’s spokesperson clarified in May that her involvement with It Ends With Us was minimal: “Taylor Swift never set foot on the set of this movie, she was not involved in any casting or creative decisions… she did not even see It Ends With Us until weeks after its public release.” At the time, the subpoena against her was dropped. Yet, months later, she is once again being asked to testify.
Taylor Swift and Blake Lively’s Strained Friendship Amid the Fallout
Beyond the legal drama, the case appears to have strained Swift’s once-close friendship with Blake Lively. The two stars, who first bonded in 2015, often shared public displays of support and were known for double dates with Ryan Reynolds and Travis Kelce. Swift is even the godmother to one of Lively’s children. But insiders say the friendship has fractured under the weight of the ongoing court fight.
When Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce in August, congratulations poured in from her celebrity circle. Noticeably missing, however, was any acknowledgment from Lively. Sources close to the actress revealed she “isn’t going to” reach out, suggesting she has “bigger fish to fry.” Reports also claim Swift has been distancing herself, allegedly ignoring Lively’s attempts to reconnect through texts and emails.
Meanwhile, Baldoni continues to face mounting challenges. Alongside Lively’s lawsuit, fresh allegations of harassment and verbal abuse by another unnamed individual surfaced this month. That person claimed Baldoni was barred from set during most of a previous production and is expected to testify in Lively’s case.
The fallout has escalated beyond personal relationships. Lively’s legal team has accused Baldoni’s company, Wayfarer Studios, of launching baseless retaliatory lawsuits to damage her credibility. She is now seeking treble damages and attorney’s fees, citing California’s legal protections against retaliation.
As Swift prepares for her testimony, fans are left to wonder how her involvement might influence both the courtroom drama and her long-standing friendship with Lively. For now, one thing is clear: the legal war between Lively and Baldoni is no longer just about them. It has become a tangled saga that has drawn in one of the world’s biggest superstars, whether she likes it or not.
