Blake Lively, the star of “Gossip Girl” and “A Simple Favor,” is facing significant backlash following allegations of unprofessional behavior toward her co-stars. The controversy erupted during the production of “It Ends With Us,” where her relationship with co-star and director Justin Baldoni reportedly soured. Notably absent from promotional events, Baldoni has since filed a lawsuit against Lively, claiming she attempted to manipulate the film’s direction and falsely accused him of harassment. He alleges that Lively’s actions were part of a calculated effort to seize control over the project, even hiring her husband Ryan Reynolds’ editor to reshape the film’s final cut.

Sources indicate that tensions on set created a divide among the cast, with a clear split between “Team Blake” and “Team Justin.” The fallout has escalated into a public feud, with Baldoni’s team launching a website to support his legal battle, detailing the timeline of events and communications that allegedly paint Lively in a negative light.

Adding to the controversy, Lively’s past behavior has come under scrutiny. In a 2009 interview, she admitted to turning her “Gossip Girl” castmates against co-star Penn Badgley, expressing her initial displeasure with his casting. Although she later dated Badgley, her candid remarks have raised eyebrows regarding her treatment of colleagues.

Furthermore, reports of feuds with other co-stars, including Anna Kendrick and Leighton Meester, have surfaced. Allegations suggest that Lively and Kendrick had a competitive relationship during the filming of “A Simple Favor,” while insiders claimed Lively and Meester maintained a strained dynamic throughout “Gossip Girl.”

As the legal battle continues and more allegations emerge, it remains uncertain how this controversy will impact Lively’s career. With her past behavior now under the microscope, fans and industry insiders alike are watching closely to see if she can weather this storm and restore her public image.