Blake Lively's Another Simple Favor Premiere Sparks Backlash, Protests

Blake Lively faced a tumultuous premiere for her new film, Another Simple Favor, amid ongoing legal battles with co-star Justin Baldoni, who she has accused of sexual harassment. Despite this, she expressed gratitude for the support from fans at the SXSW premiere, likening the experience to a 'rock concert.' The event was marked by controversy, including a protestor holding a sign that read 'Justice for Justin Baldoni. Blake lied,' and speculation about tensions between Lively and co-star Anna Kendrick. Additionally, actress Sharon Stone revealed she was removed from the film unexpectedly, which sparked further public outrage. Lively's interactions with fans also drew scrutiny, with accusations that the director's wife posed as a fan during the red carpet event. Overall, the premiere showcased both excitement for the film and the underlying drama surrounding its production.