Overview
- Blake Lively has been included in Time Magazine's 2025 Time100 list under the 'Titans' category, recognized for her philanthropy and civic engagement.
- Civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill authored Lively’s profile, highlighting her commitment to addressing systemic issues and her 2019 donation to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.
- The honor comes as Lively continues a legal battle against Justin Baldoni, whom she accused of sexual harassment, hostile work environment, and a smear campaign.
- Baldoni and his studio have countersued Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and her publicist for defamation and extortion, with a trial scheduled for March 2026.
- Lively publicly expressed gratitude for the recognition, calling it a profound moment while facing divided public reactions and social media criticism about her inclusion.