A Simple Favor Director Paul Feig Praises Blake Lively Amid Her Legal War With Justin Baldoni; Says ‘She’s Great…’

Director Paul Feig didn’t hesitate to publicly applaud Blake Lively. Known for his ongoing backing of her during her legal disputes with Justin Baldoni, Feig recently lauded the actress yet again.

As per E! News reports, at the 2021 Vanity Fair Oscars party, Feig allegedly discussed his ongoing backing for Lively.

During an interview, Feig shared that he and the actress from Age of Adaline enjoyed themselves immensely at Saturday Night Live’s 50th-anniversary celebration. He further expressed his admiration for her, stating, “She’s fantastic, she’s terrific.

Furthermore, Feig discussed his impending venture, a follow-up to A Simple Favor (2018) named Another Simple Favor. This film features Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick, and Michele Morrone in the main roles.

The director has disclosed that the upcoming sequel promises a multitude of surprising plot developments, breathtaking Italian landscapes, captivating attire, and exceptional acting. This movie is scheduled for its debut on May 1, 2025, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.

On several instances, Feig has openly expressed his backing for Lively during the ongoing controversy she’s dealing with. As reported by People, this support was first made public in February when it was announced that the sequel would have its world premiere at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas. This news was subsequently shared on Instagram.

In the comments section, it appears a user inquired about who made the final edit – Feig or Lively. The director then explained that he was the one responsible for the cut, emphasizing, “There is no other version.” Moreover, he praised Lively, saying she had been supportive and wonderful to work with. He also expressed admiration for her, stating, “She’s exceptional and a fantastic collaborator. I’m a huge fan of hers. Just wanted to set the record straight.

People are eagerly awaiting the latest developments in the reported conflict between Justin Baldoni, stemming from their work together on “It Ends With Us,” as many online users express their candid thoughts about the situation across various social media outlets.

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2025-03-04 16:53