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Blake Lively Honors Mother's Triumph at Time100 Gala

4/28/2025

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At the 2025 Time100 Gala, Blake Lively celebrated her mother, Willie Elain Lively, for overcoming a life-threatening ordeal. With heartfelt words, she underscored the power of women's stories in fostering healing and empowerment, praising the "superpower of female triumph." Lively also expressed gratitude to her husband, Ryan Reynolds, for his unwavering support through tough times.

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Story summary

At the 2025 Time100 Gala, Blake Lively celebrated her mother, Willie Elain Lively, for overcoming a life-threatening ordeal. With heartfelt words, she underscored the power of women's stories in fostering healing and empowerment, praising the "superpower of female triumph." Lively also expressed gratitude to her husband, Ryan Reynolds, for his unwavering support through tough times.