Is There A Rift Between 'It Ends With Us' Co-Stars Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni?

The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s acclaimed novel, It Ends With Us, hit theatres on August 9, but the buzz around the movie began days earlier with its premiere in Manhattan on August 5. Featuring lead actors Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, the premiere was marked by noticeable tension between the two stars, fuelling speculation about behind-the-scenes conflicts.

It Ends With Us Co-Stars Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively Reportedly at Odds

It Ends with Us is an American romantic drama directed by Justin Baldoni, who also acts alongside Blake Lively. The film, based on Colleen Hoover’s 2016 novel of the same name, features a screenplay by Christy Hall. The cast also includes Brandon Sklenar, Jenny Slate, and Hasan Minhaj.

Premiere & Promotions Drama and On-Set Tensions

During the premiere, Baldoni and Lively notably avoided interacting with each other.  Moreover, the pair has not yet appeared together for movie promotions. Instead, Lively has been spotted promoting the film with co-stars Jenny Slate and Brandon Skelner on The Today Show and The Morning Show, respectively.

Adding to the drama, reports from industry insiders suggest that Baldoni created a challenging work environment for Lively. Reports claimed that Lively felt uncomfortable due to remarks about her postpartum body, as she joined the film shortly after giving birth to her fourth child with Ryan Reynolds.

The report mentioned, “It’s not just Blake; none of the cast enjoyed working with Justin... They certainly didn’t talk to him at the premiere.” This tension reportedly extended to the premiere night, where Baldoni and Lively were seated in separate areas with different sets of guests and did not interact.

Future of the Franchise

The film’s mixed atmosphere has raised questions about Baldoni’s future with the franchise. Baldoni, who also directed the film and acquired the rights to the sequel, It Starts With Us, hinted at the possibility of not returning for the follow-up.

During the premiere, he suggested that Lively might be a better choice for directing the sequel. Baldoni praised Lively’s creative abilities, noting, "She’s a creative force; she’s an executive producer on the film, and she is so brilliant." This comment points to a potential shift in the film’s future direction.