Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Plantation Wedding Reignites Controversy

Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds face renewed scrutiny over their 2012 wedding at a former plantation, amid a high-profile legal battle with actor Justin Baldoni.

At a Glance

  • Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ 2012 wedding at Boone Hall Plantation resurfaces amid controversy
  • Justin Baldoni files $400 million lawsuit against Lively and Reynolds
  • Couple apologized for wedding venue choice, donating millions to racial justice causes
  • Legal battle involves allegations of sexual harassment and extortion

Plantation Wedding Controversy Resurfaces

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, Hollywood’s beloved power couple, find themselves at the center of a resurfaced controversy regarding their 2012 wedding at Boone Hall Plantation. The venue, with its deeply rooted history in slavery, has sparked renewed criticism as the couple faces a separate legal battle with actor Justin Baldoni.

Boone Hall Plantation, one of America’s oldest working plantations, was the site where Lively and Reynolds exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony attended by 35 guests. The decision to marry at a location with such a painful history has been a source of ongoing controversy, with Reynolds later admitting it was “a giant f***ing mistake.”

Efforts to Address Past Mistakes

In response to the backlash, Lively and Reynolds have taken significant steps to address their misstep. The couple renewed their vows at their New York home and have become vocal supporters of racial justice initiatives. They have donated millions to the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund and actively support the Black Lives Matter movement.

Reynolds has also emphasized the importance of diversity and representation in Hollywood through initiatives within his production company.

Legal Battle with Justin Baldoni

Amid the resurfaced wedding controversy, Lively and Reynolds face a $400 million lawsuit filed by actor Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios. The lawsuit alleges civil extortion, defamation, and contract-related claims concerning the film “It Ends With Us.” This legal dispute has further complicated the public perception of the couple.

The lawsuit includes allegations of Lively overstepping her role by making creative decisions and excluding Baldoni from promotional activities. Reynolds is accused of unauthorized involvement in the film’s production and allegedly pressuring a talent agency to drop Baldoni.

The legal battle has devolved into a he-said-she-said situation, with both parties making serious allegations against each other. Lively previously filed a complaint alleging sexual harassment by Baldoni and Wayfarer CEO Jamey Heath during the film’s production, which Baldoni vehemently denies.

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