Amid legal tensions, Blake Lively might have found her new support system in Salma Hayek. This comes after a rumored rift with Taylor Swift. The “It Ends With Us” star recently hung out with Hayek, sparking intrigue about a new dynamic in Tinseltown. Lively is reportedly forging a closer bond with Hayek, replacing Swift in the narrative.
Blake Lively needs ‘allies’ after Taylor Swift iced her out, claims ‘source’
Blake Lively’s friendship with Taylor Swift hit a rocky terrain, and the actor is now leaning on Salma Hayek. According to an exclusive report by Radar Online, a new chapter is unfolding for Lively as Hayek steps into Swift’s role. On May 13, tabloids spotted the “Gossip Girl” actor alongside her sister, Robyn, and Salma Hayek. Moreover, Ryan Reynolds joined the trio, walking arm-in-arm, outside New York City’s upscale RH Rooftop Restaurant.
The photos exuded a cozy vibe, with Lively’s hand resting on Hayek’s shoulder. Meanwhile, Robyn and Hayek locked arms with each other. Lively and Hayek have known each other for over a decade since they starred together in 2012’s “Savages.” Despite that, their recent outing was the first time they were on camera publicly since 2018.
Netizens took note of the gap, sparking a range of speculation. As per Radar online, a commentator pointedly remarked how they thought Lively’s move was “Staged.” Another believed, “This is definitely a PR move,” noting Lively’s shifting alliances. A source told Radar Online, “Yes, Blake and Salma are friends, but a lot of people around them believe the dinner was orchestrated.”
They added, “Now that Taylor is avoiding Blake, she needs all the allies she can get.” The insider stated that Hayek is a “replacement for Taylor.” Given her struggle to establish her reputation in Hollywood, the source commented that it “has gone from nice girl to queen of mean.” Even so, there are genuine roots to Lively’s friendship with Hayek. Hayek and Reynolds shared the screen in “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” and its sequel. Moreover, the actor publicly praised Lively at Variety’s 2017 “Power of Women” luncheon.
As per an insider, “Hanging out with Salma definitely gives Blake a huge advantage over Justin given how powerful she is because of François.” After stepping into the lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, one of Radar Online’s sources claimed, “Taylor wants nothing more to do with Blake.”
It is uncertain whether Blake Lively’s friendship with Salma Hayek is a PR stunt. At the same time, it is worth questioning if her friendship with Taylor Swift was fleeting. Nevertheless, Lively may have found herself in a grand pool of social scrutiny.
