24 June,2026 01:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Taylor Swift and Blake Lively (Picture via X)
Reports suggest that actress Blake Lively may not be on the guest list for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's much-discussed wedding, fueling fresh speculation about the status of the once-close friendship between the two stars.
According to recent reports, Swift has reportedly decided not to invite Lively to the ceremony amid lingering tensions linked to the highly publicized legal controversy surrounding the film It Ends With Us. Sources quoted by multiple international outlets claim that Swift felt uncomfortable after her name became entangled in the legal dispute involving Lively and actor-director Justin Baldoni.
Swift and Lively were long regarded as one of Hollywood's most beloved celebrity friendships. The pair first became friends in 2015 and were frequently seen together at public events, family gatherings, and celebrations over the years. Swift is also known to share a close bond with Lively's family, including husband Ryan Reynolds and their children.
However, reports over the past year have indicated that the friendship cooled following legal proceedings related to It Ends With Us. Court documents and leaked communications reportedly brought Swift's name into the spotlight, leading to speculation that the singer felt drawn into a controversy she never intended to be part of.
While some reports claim Swift has not attempted to repair the friendship and has chosen not to extend an invitation to Lively, others suggest the situation may be more complicated. Conflicting accounts indicate that reconciliation efforts may be underway, with some insiders alleging that Swift has already reached out and even extended a wedding invitation as a peace offering.
The uncertainty has only intensified public interest in the rumored wedding, which is expected to attract a star-studded guest list. Neither Swift, Kelce, nor representatives for Lively have publicly commented on the reports, leaving fans guessing about whether the friendship can be repaired.
For now, one of Hollywood's most talked-about friendships remains under scrutiny, with wedding rumors continuing to spark headlines worldwide. Whether Blake Lively ultimately attends the celebration or remains absent, her relationship with Taylor Swift is likely to remain a topic of fascination for fans and media alike.
