Blake Lively's Premiere Skip: Family, Rivalries & John Candy Documentary Debut!
Blake Lively Skips Ryan Reynolds' Movie Premiere, but Family Members Show Up in Style!
It looks like Blake Lively and Taylor Swift's friendship has officially hit rock bottom! The usually glamorous actress was a no-show at her husband Ryan Reynolds' movie premiere on Thursday evening in Los Angeles. But don't worry, she wasn't alone in missing the event – it seems she just didn't want to stir up drama by facing her ex-friend Taylor Swift's wrath.
Meanwhile, Blake's sisters Robyn and Lori, along with Robyn's mini-me daughter Kate, were all smiles as they posed with Ryan at the premiere of John Candy: I Like Me. The A-list actor was also spotted with his producer credit on the film, which is a heartwarming tribute to the late comedy legend.
But back to the drama between Blake and Taylor – it seems their friendship has been on shaky ground since 2019 when Swift was subpoenaed in a lawsuit related to the movie It Ends With Us. The lawsuit, which involved Justin Baldoni, made Swift feel "exploited" and led to a bitter fallout with her former friend.
Swift even went so far as to write a song called Canceled about their friendship, which has only added fuel to the fire. And while Blake may have skipped the premiere to avoid an awkward encounter with Taylor, it seems she's not backing down from the drama just yet.
In other news, Macaulay Culkin is opening up about his complicated relationship with his father Kit Culkin – and he credits John Candy for being a supportive presence in his life. At the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Macaulay reflected on how John "always had that really great instinct" to look out for him when he was struggling at home.
"It was no secret" that Macaulay's father was a difficult person, but John Candy made sure to check in with him and make sure everything was okay. Macaulay even said that John put a lot of himself into their movie Uncle Buck, which is one of his favorite performances.
John Candy's legacy lives on through this new documentary, which explores his life, career, and loss. The film, which debuts globally on Prime Video on October 10, offers a poignant look at the beloved actor who left behind a young family and a world in mourning when he passed away suddenly in 1994.
It's clear that Blake Lively has her priorities straight – by skipping Ryan Reynolds' movie premiere to avoid an awkward encounter with Taylor Swift. But we can't help but wonder what really went down between these two pop culture powerhouses. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy drama!
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[Photos of Blake Lively's family members posing with Ryan Reynolds at the premiere]
In related news, John Candy's wife Rosemary and their two children Jennifer and Christopher were also in attendance at the premiere. It's clear that this documentary will be a heartwarming tribute to a comedy legend who left behind a lasting impact on Hollywood.
But back to Blake and Taylor – it seems their friendship has officially hit rock bottom. And while we can't help but feel for both parties, one thing is certain: the drama between these two pop culture powerhouses is far from over!
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John Candy's story is one of triumph and tragedy – a true rags-to-riches tale that has inspired countless fans around the world. From his early days as a member of Toronto's improv comedy group The Second City to his breakout role in National Lampoon's Vacation, John Candy left an indelible mark on Hollywood.
But it was his work on Second City Television that really put him on the map – and helped launch the careers of some of his closest friends, including Macaulay Culkin. As Macaulay so poignantly reflected at TIFF, John Candy was always there for him when he needed him most.
"It doesn't happen that often," Macaulay said of John's kindness and generosity on set. "It actually happened less as time went on. I wish I got more of that in my life."
