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Internet Demands Blake Lively Met Gala Ban As Disgraced Star Slams Critics With Shameless Red Carpet Appearance

Blake Lively's Met Gala return coincided with a legal settlement with Justin Baldoni, sparking public outrage and calls for her ban from future events.

International Business Times UK · May 5

Kris Jenner, Blake Lively, and Gigi Hadid Swear by This Bedroom Staple for Met-Gala-Ready Skin – I Tried It for a Week, and It's Chic and Effective

Great skin and hair start in the bed – I tested the exact silk pillowcase that celebrities sleep on ahead of their most-photographed events

Homes & Gardens · May 5

Why Did Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Settle Their Legal Case? Stars Seek 'Closure' After Toxic Allegations

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their legal dispute over the film 'It Ends With Us', avoiding a federal trial. The settlement terms remain undisclosed, ending a highly publicized legal battle.

International Business Times UK · May 5

Blake Lively attends Met Gala solo hours after Justin Baldoni settlement

Blake Lively admitted she was "shy" on the Met Gala red carpet, as she appeared without her husband Ryan Reynolds.

BANG Premier · May 5

Blake Lively Takes A Victory Lap At The 2026 Met Gala Hours After Settling Justin Baldoni Case

It marked Lively’s first appearance at the fashion event since co-chairing it in 2022.

Pedestrian.tv · May 5

Blake Lively Just Made Her Triumphant Return to the 2026 Met Gala Red Carpet in Archival Versace

She's back—and in archival Versace.

Marie Claire · May 5

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle legal battle

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The Independent UK · May 4

More Details Have Emerged About Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni’s Shock Settlement

Baldoni’s team was said to be “ecstatic” at the resolution of the case.

Pedestrian.tv · May 4

It Ends With Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach settlement

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have reached an agreement shortly before their scheduled trial.

BANG Premier · May 4

Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni Escape Chaotic Trial After Co‑Stars Strike Deal In Multimillion‑Dollar Case

“The end product, the movie It Ends With Us, is a source of pride to all of us who worked to bring it to life,” the statement read.

Bored Panda · May 4