Pop Star Feels “Exposed” by Court-Revealed Messages in It Ends With Us Lawsuit
Taylor Swift wants to steer clear of controversy following the unsealing of private text messages with longtime friend Blake Lively. The exchanges, revealed January 20, 2026, in Lively’s legal battle against Justin Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios over It Ends With Us, left Swift feeling violated and uncomfortable. Sources say the 36-year-old singer never anticipated her supportive chats becoming public fodder.
The Unsealed Texts and Swift’s Involvement
The messages surfaced amid Lively’s dispute with Baldoni, her co-star and director. Swift offered encouragement during tense script revisions. Lively praised Swift as “epically heroic” and called Baldoni a “clown” and “doofus.” Swift reportedly replied, labeling him a “b*tch” and noting his “tiny violin” amid rumors. Another exchange showed Lively asking Swift to hype specific script pages to Baldoni, with Swift agreeing to “do anything.”
Swift also critiqued Lively’s group-chat style, missing her “dark, normal-speaking friend.” She later celebrated Lively’s agency drop for Baldoni: “Never has a cancellation been reversed so fast.” Lively responded gratefully. Baldoni’s team argues the texts prove Lively leveraged celebrity ties strategically.
Swift’s Reaction: “Stay Away from Drama”
Insiders tell PEOPLE Swift feels “exposed” and regrets the exposure. “She was just being a friend… now it’s turned into something much larger,” a source shared. The Eras Tour star prioritizes privacy post-Travis Kelce relationship scrutiny. Her team declined comment.
Lively’s lawyers claim texts lack context from her deposition. She sent them en route to Swift’s apartment while Baldoni was present.
Hollywood Friendship Under Microscope
The leak reignites It Ends With Us wars. Baldoni alleges smear campaign; Lively sues for harassment. Swift’s peripheral role fuels headlines. Fans split: some defend friendly banter, others see coordinated attacks.
Swift focuses on music, dodging Hollywood feuds. The texts humanize her loyalty but underscore celebrity privacy perils in 2026’s litigious climate. As the case unfolds, expect more revelations—but Swift stays silent.
