Ryan Reynolds Removed from Wrexham Ownership Amid Blake Lively Drama with Justin Baldoni
In a turn of events that no one saw coming, Ryan Reynolds has been removed from his role as co-owner of Wrexham AFC following the explosive legal battle involving his wife, Blake Lively, and actor/director Justin Baldoni. What initially seemed like a minor Hollywood drama has turned into a full-blown mess that’s now impacting Reynolds’ business ventures, his public image, and even his relationship with some of his closest allies.
The saga began when Blake Lively accused Justin Baldoni of harassment during the production of It Ends With Us. Lively, who was both starring in and contributing creatively to the film, claimed that Baldoni made her feel uncomfortable during an intimate scene by whispering to her and touching her in ways not scripted. These allegations quickly spiraled into a legal battle, with Baldoni and his team aggressively defending themselves and denying all claims.
The situation escalated when it was revealed that Justin Baldoni’s team had evidence showing that Blake had edited text messages and manipulated the media narrative, making it appear as though he was guilty of actions he hadn’t committed. As the drama unfolded, a new twist emerged: Ryan Reynolds, who had initially stayed out of the legal fray, found himself increasingly involved. Reports suggest that Ryan had been helping his wife rewrite parts of the script and even had a hand in making major changes to multiple scenes, an unprecedented level of involvement for an actor in a film’s production.
Blake Lively’s behavior behind the scenes reportedly caused chaos on set. It became clear that she wasn’t just acting but was pushing for creative control over the entire project, including rewriting key scenes and influencing decisions that typically wouldn’t be up for debate. She allegedly even involved Ryan in these changes, which made the production tense and difficult to manage.
Despite these controversies, Blake’s team worked tirelessly to paint her as a victim of harassment, leading to the massive legal battle. But when leaked footage from It Ends With Us surfaced, the claims were called into question. The raw footage contradicted Blake’s version of events, showing that the intimate moments were completely misinterpreted, and that both actors were, in fact, performing their roles as scripted.
As the drama continued to unfold, Ryan Reynolds’ role in the Wrexham ownership became increasingly tenuous. Fans who had once celebrated his involvement in the Welsh football club now feared that the attention from Blake’s legal troubles would negatively affect his focus on the team. Reports surfaced that Ryan was also part of a consortium looking to purchase Vancouver Whitecaps, a team in Major League Soccer that holds personal significance for him as his hometown club. This shift in focus caused concern among Wrexham fans, who had grown accustomed to Ryan’s hands-on involvement and feared that a potential move to MLS could lead to a loss of momentum for the club’s success.
The situation only worsened when a scheduling conflict involving Wrexham’s upcoming match led to backlash. After the team’s game was postponed due to another club’s commitments, Wrexham fans criticized Reynolds and his co-owner, Rob McElheny, accusing them of influencing the scheduling decision to benefit the team’s American audience. This criticism, although based on a misunderstanding of scheduling logistics, added fuel to the fire of public discontent surrounding Ryan’s involvement in Wrexham’s future.
In a surprising twist, Taylor Swift’s name was also dragged into the legal battle, with rumors suggesting that Blake had used her relationship with Swift to gain leverage in Hollywood. Some even speculated that Swift had distanced herself from Blake, particularly after Blake allegedly name-dropped her in an attempt to manipulate situations in her favor. Sources claim that Taylor did not invite Blake to the Super Bowl this year, a snub that many saw as a response to the growing tension between the two women.
The drama intensified as Blake was accused of using her connections with Ryan and Taylor to manipulate the public narrative. The accusations of name-dropping and creating false narratives left fans questioning Blake’s authenticity and whether she had ever truly embodied the “America’s sweetheart” image she once held. Meanwhile, Justin Baldoni’s $400 million lawsuit against Blake and her team continues to grow, and his resolve to clear his name shows no signs of slowing down.
With everything unraveling in both his personal and professional life, Ryan Reynolds now finds himself at a crossroads. While his initial investment in Wrexham was celebrated as a feel-good success story, his involvement in the team’s future is being questioned. Fans are unsure whether Reynolds will be able to keep his focus on the club, especially as he looks at new ventures like Vancouver Whitecaps and the potentially lucrative opportunities in MLS.
For now, Wrexham fans are left in a state of uncertainty, hoping that Ryan’s leadership doesn’t waver as they fight for another promotion. But with the ongoing legal drama, Ryan’s removal from Wrexham ownership could be just the beginning of a much bigger shift in his career and his relationships in the entertainment world.
Conclusion
As the legal battles, media scrutiny, and tension continue to build, it’s unclear how Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Justin Baldoni will emerge from this chaotic situation. What began as a personal drama has now spiraled into a public spectacle, involving Hollywood power players, soccer clubs, and A-list friendships. While Ryan Reynolds’ fans continue to hope for resolution, it seems that this drama will only intensify in the coming weeks, with both personal and professional ramifications on the horizon.