Blake Lively is making headlines once again—not just for her film career, but for the drama unfolding off-screen.
The 37-year-old actress recently took to Instagram to announce the upcoming release of A Simple Favor 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the 2018 dark comedy thriller. Sharing a teaser trailer with her 44 million followers on April 14, Lively captioned the post with a cryptic message:
“Every friendship has its twists. Another Simple Favor is on Prime Video May 1.”
The message quickly caught attention, not only for teasing the mysterious plot of the sequel but also for its possible connection to Lively’s ongoing legal battle. The Gossip Girl star is currently involved in a series of lawsuits against her It Ends With Us co-star, Justin Baldoni, whom she has accused of sexual harassment.
While comments on her post were limited, fans managed to show their enthusiasm for the upcoming film. One follower wrote, “SOOO excited!!!” while another said, “Can’t wait.” Celebrity makeup artist Kristofer Buckle also chimed in, teasing,
“I can’t wait for everyone to see this! It’s soo good. So many surprises.”
Despite the controversy surrounding her legal claims, Lively appears to be pushing forward with her career, using her platform to promote the sequel, which once again blends stylish visuals, suspense, and dark humor.
Critics, however, remain divided. While some are eager for the new film, others have taken issue with the actress’s accusations against Baldoni, claiming she has misrepresented his actions.
As A Simple Favor 2 gears up for its May 1 release on Prime Video, both fans and industry insiders will be watching closely—not just for the twists in the movie, but also for the real-life drama still unfolding.
