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Blake Lively Discusses Her Unusual Middle Name 'Ellender'

The actress opens up about her childhood confusion and eventual acceptance of the name thanks to her husband Ryan Reynolds.

  • Blake Lively revealed her middle name 'Ellender' and shared her initial dislike for it.
  • She explained that her mother likely made up the name by accident.
  • Lively felt confused by the name growing up, leading to her aversion towards it.
  • Her husband, Ryan Reynolds, expressed fondness for the name, which helped Lively appreciate it more.
  • Lively humorously compared the pronunciation of 'Ellender' to 'Dumbledore' from Harry Potter.
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