Paul Feig Defends Blake Lively Amid Legal Controversy, Film Set for March Premiere

Amid ongoing legal battles between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, director Paul Feig has publicly defended Lively in response to speculation about her influence on their upcoming film, Another Simple Favor. Feig emphasized that he maintained full creative control over the project, stating, 'It’s my cut. There is no other cut,' and praised Lively as 'nothing but supportive and a dream to work with.' The controversy stems from Lively's allegations of sexual harassment against Baldoni, who in turn has accused her and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, of defamation and extortion. Following the film's promotional post, many fans raised questions about Lively's involvement, leading to mixed reactions in the comments section. The sequel to A Simple Favor is set to premiere at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in March and will stream on Prime Video starting May 1. Despite the surrounding drama, Feig's supportive stance highlights a collaborative relationship with Lively as they prepare for the film's release.