Blake Lively Faces Backlash Over Resurfaced Transphobic Comments

Old interviews reveal repeated use of slurs, sparking renewed criticism amid ongoing controversies.

Lively used transphobic slurs in interviews from 2008 to 2012, drawing significant backlash.
Critics highlight her insensitive language and behavior despite her past support for trans rights.
The controversy adds to existing tensions on the set of her new film, 'It Ends With Us.'
Social media reactions are mixed, with some defending her comments as reflective of the time.
Lively's promotional strategies for her film have also faced criticism for downplaying serious themes.