The author of "Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity" has filed a $250 million libel lawsuit against the New York Times, accusing the publication of "cherry-picking and altering communications" without providing necessary context. The legal drama extends to accusations against the director and his team for allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign against her. Meanwhile, tensions simmer between co-stars Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively during the premiere of their film sequel at SXSW in Texas.
Anna Kendrick appeared to throw shade at her "Another Simple Favor" co-star Blake Lively amid Lively's ongoing legal feud with Justin Baldoni. Lively's lawsuit against Baldoni alleges sexual harassment during the filming of their 2024 movie, "It Ends With Us." Baldoni has denied all allegations and retaliated with a $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and her publicist Leslie Sloane.
At the SXSW premiere, Kendrick and Lively's fashion choices drew attention, with Kendrick in a black LaQuan Smith ensemble and Lively in a chic Renée Masoomian dress. The duo sat apart during the screening, with Kendrick positioned in the row ahead of Lively. As they faced questions about reuniting for the sequel to 2018's "A Simple Favor," Kendrick's response hinted at underlying tensions, while Lively expressed positivity about working together again.
An eyewitness reported that fans greeted both actresses with loud cheers, highlighting their popularity despite the legal entanglements off-screen. Director Paul Feig acknowledged both women before the screening began, further fueling the audience's enthusiasm.
In contrast to Kendrick's veiled comments, an insider revealed that Lively remained consistent in her praise for Kendrick, describing the collaboration with her and the cast as "amazing." Nevertheless, representatives for both actresses did not immediately respond to Page Six's requests for comment, leaving speculation about their off-screen relationship unresolved.
The New York Times has defended its reporting amidst the author's accusations, standing by its journalistic integrity. The unfolding legal battles and professional dynamics continue to captivate public attention as fans await further developments.
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