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Ryan Reynolds' 'Animal Friends' Delayed Amid Lively's Legal Drama

6/4/2025

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Ryan Reynolds' highly anticipated film "Animal Friends" faces a seven-month delay, now premiering on May 1, 2026. The postponement comes as Blake Lively navigates a tumultuous legal battle with Justin Baldoni, who countersued her for defamation after she dropped emotional distress claims. The trial, which includes serious allegations of sexual harassment, is scheduled for March 2026.

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Ryan Reynolds' highly anticipated film "Animal Friends" faces a seven-month delay, now premiering on May 1, 2026. The postponement comes as Blake Lively navigates a tumultuous legal battle with Justin Baldoni, who countersued her for defamation after she dropped emotional distress claims. The trial, which includes serious allegations of sexual harassment, is scheduled for March 2026.