America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel, the cherished co-stars from “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” have publicly voiced their unwavering support for their long-time friend Blake Lively. This united front comes in response to Lively’s accusations of sexual harassment against Justin Baldoni, her director and actor in the upcoming film “It Ends With Us,” and allegations of a smear campaign aimed at damaging her career.
In a powerful joint statement shared on social media, Ferrera, Tamblyn, and Bledel declared their solidarity with Lively. “As Blake’s friends and sisters for over 20 years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation,” the statement read. This strong message emphasizes the deep bond of sisterhood forged during the filming of “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” and beyond.
The statement further highlights their firsthand knowledge of Lively’s courage during the production of “It Ends With Us.” “Throughout the filming of ‘It Ends with Us,’ we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice.” The actresses expressed their dismay at the alleged exploitation of domestic violence survivors’ stories used to silence Lively, condemning the “astounding” hypocrisy of the situation.
This public declaration of support underscores the enduring “Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants Blake Lively” shares with her co-stars. Their bond, initially formed on screen in the beloved films “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” (2005) and its sequel in 2008, has clearly extended far beyond Hollywood. The foursome famously reunited last year to celebrate America Ferrera’s Oscar nomination for “Barbie,” further cementing their close-knit relationship in the public eye.
Public statement of support for Blake Lively from America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel, emphasizing their two-decade long friendship and solidarity.
Lively’s formal complaint against Baldoni details disturbing allegations, including text messages and emails purportedly outlining a calculated strategy by Baldoni and his team to preemptively counter any potential public disclosure of Lively’s concerns regarding his conduct on the set of “It Ends With Us.” According to the complaint, this strategy was allegedly devised as retaliation for Lively “exercising her legally-protected right to speak up about their misconduct,” with the intent to intimidate her and others from revealing the truth about their on-set experiences.
Bryan Freedman, legal counsel for Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios, has vehemently denied these accusations, dismissing Lively’s complaint as “shameful” and filled with “categorically false accusations.” However, the support from Lively’s “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” co-stars and “It Ends With Us” author Colleen Hoover adds significant weight to her claims. Hoover publicly praised Lively’s character, stating, “You have been nothing but honest, kind, supportive and patient since the day we met. Thank you for being exactly the human that you are. Never change. Never wilt.”
The united stance of Ferrera, Tamblyn, and Bledel not only highlights the strength of their “sisterhood of the traveling pants blake lively” relationship but also draws attention to the broader issue of workplace safety and the potential repercussions for women who speak out against alleged misconduct, even those with significant public profiles. Their statement serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of solidarity and support in the face of adversity.
