5 KEY POINT SUMMARY
- Taylor Swift subpoenaed over alleged involvement in Lively-Baldoni feud.
- Hugh Jackman is also expected to testify due to his connection with Reynolds.
- Baldoni accuses Lively of using Swift’s music as a bargaining tool.
- Messages show Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her “dragons.”
- Swift and Lively’s longtime friendship appears damaged beyond repair.
Taylor Swift Subpoenaed As Star Power Clashes In Court
Taylor Swift subpoenaed this week as the legal fight between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni intensifies. Sources close to the case confirmed that both Swift and actor Hugh Jackman will be questioned under oath. Their testimonies could shed light on how deeply personal relationships influenced the behind-the-scenes conflict on the film It Ends With Us.
Lively sued Baldoni in December, accusing him of sexual harassment and an unsafe work environment. Baldoni responded with a $400 million countersuit, claiming defamation and alleging that Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, launched a campaign to damage his reputation.
Swift’s Music Rights Used In Alleged Pressure Tactics
In a surprising twist, Baldoni claimed that Lively used her friendship with Swift to pressure the film’s production team. Swift’s song My Tears Ricochet played a central role in the trailer. According to messages shared in court, Lively threatened to block the song’s use unless she received additional editing time with her personal team.
An internal message from a Sony executive stated that Blake had called Taylor and tied her cooperation to her trailer approval. The trailer was eventually released with the song included. These claims positioned Swift at the center of a heated negotiation.
Hugh Jackman Expected To Answer Questions On Set Dynamics
Jackman’s name surfaced due to his strong ties with Reynolds and his promotional work for the film. He attended the premiere of It Ends With Us and collaborated with Reynolds on Deadpool & Wolverine.
Viewers noticed a character named Nicepool in the film, described as a social activist with a man bun, a style Baldoni has sported. Many interpreted the character as a jab at Baldoni. Jackman may now face questions about whether he was aware of this possible portrayal and what role Reynolds played in shaping the script.
Leaked Messages Show Swift Described As A “Dragon”
Baldoni’s legal team shared texts in which Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her “dragons.” She compared herself to a protector, saying those close to her would benefit from having them on their side.
The messages suggest Swift became a powerful figure in the negotiations. Baldoni argues that Lively invoked Swift’s influence multiple times to tip decisions in her favor, creating an environment of pressure and manipulation.
Trial Date Approaches As Legal Storm Grows
The trial between Lively and Baldoni is scheduled for March 2026. In the meantime, Swift and Jackman are expected to give sworn depositions. They will each be questioned about their roles in the film’s production and behind-the-scenes negotiations.
Legal experts believe Swift will face questions about her communication with Lively, her control over the song’s usage, and whether her involvement influenced film decisions. Jackman will likely be asked about Reynolds, the Deadpool parody, and his knowledge of the tensions between the cast.
As the case escalates, more private relationships could unravel in court. What started as a dispute between two actors has now transformed into one of Hollywood’s most entangled celebrity dramas.
