In the midst of escalating tensions between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, Ryan Reynolds has drawn criticism for his alleged actions. The actor reportedly sent what many are calling a Ryan Reynolds manipulative email to Colleen Hoover, author of It Ends With Us, just one day after the film’s August 10, 2024 premiere, sparking backlash online.
Details of the Controversial Email Surface
According to court documents obtained by Star, Reynolds began the email by praising Hoover’s storytelling, describing her as an “apex storyteller” with a strong heart and mind to withstand those who seek to capitalize on her success. The actor then included pointed remarks directed toward those he perceived as adversaries.
In one passage, he wrote,
“When you’re a creator and apex storyteller like you, I can imagine it takes a very resolute mind and heart to process all the strange people with muddled intentions trying to warm their hands on your light,”
Ryan Reynolds, Actor.
He added a vivid metaphor,
“Seeing good people put sty people over their knee, for a good old-fashioned pants-down spanking in the supermarket is a special experience I don’t take for granted.”
Calling out Justin Baldoni directly, Reynolds reportedly mocked Baldoni’s current health troubles and implied a deeper disdain, stating,
“I heard you guys got a tummy bug and you’re stuck in NY. I can’t think of anything worse. Although it might be your body ridding itself of any residual Baldoni.”
He wrapped up the message by expressing support for Hoover and Blake Lively, writing,
“I’m just incredibly proud and inspired by you and [Blake],”
conveying strong personal encouragement.
Public Reaction to Reynolds’ Message
Once the email leaked and began circulating on social media, critics quickly labeled the message as manipulative and inappropriate. Many expressed discomfort with Reynolds’ involvement in the unfolding dispute.
Voicing disgust, one user wrote on X,
“He is so gross,”
while another questioned Reynolds’ role in the matter, stating,
“Why is he involved at all? Ew,”
reflecting widespread unease.
Comments also focused on the tone of Reynolds’ email, with one highlighting its controlling nature:
“The way they speak is so manipulative. And every single correspondence they can’t stop talking about Justin. They are obsessed,”
the individual remarked, while another labeled Reynolds “phony.”
Context Amid Ongoing Legal and Social Media Drama
The release of this email coincided with the emergence of alleged text messages between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift, which appear to point to discussions targeting Justin Baldoni. This further intensified the scrutiny around Reynolds and the wider conflict involving Lively and Baldoni.
With tensions mounting publicly, the email controversy highlights how personal disputes are spilling into the public realm, fueled by social media exposure and legal battles. Reynolds’ message has become emblematic of the fraught emotions driving this dispute, raising questions about the role of public figures in such conflicts.
Message from Ryan Reynolds to Colleen Hoover
Why is this guy always talking about himself and another dudes mouth? He sounds like a "creepy predator"
Did he get his daughter to say this 500 times too? pic.twitter.com/WmpKjjI0qE
— Leanne Newton (@kiarajade2001) January 21, 2026
