Ryan Reynolds Faces Backlash Over 'Working Class' Comment About Blake Lively's Upbringing

The actor's remarks about his and his wife's childhoods drew criticism, with many questioning Lively's Hollywood-rooted background.

Ryan Reynolds described both his and Blake Lively's upbringings as 'very working class' in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
Critics pointed out that Lively grew up in a family deeply involved in the entertainment industry, with her parents and siblings working as actors or in related fields.
Reynolds, who grew up in Vancouver with parents working in retail and law enforcement, has faced online backlash for the perceived mischaracterization of Lively's background.
The couple, known for their efforts to raise their four children with a sense of gratitude and normalcy, often discuss their parenting philosophy in public interviews.
Reynolds emphasized the importance of empathy and mental health awareness in parenting, while acknowledging the differences between their childhood experiences and their children's lives.