Ryan Reynolds was notably absent from a court-ordered settlement conference on February 11, where his wife, Blake Lively, faced Justin Baldoni without his support. The meeting took place in an effort to avoid further legal battles between the former colleagues from the film It Ends With Us, but the parties failed to reach an agreement, increasing the likelihood of a trial. This incident has drawn attention to Reynolds’ court absence amid ongoing tensions surrounding the lawsuit.
Details of the Court Appearance and Its Outcomes
At the February 11 settlement conference, Blake Lively appeared alone to address the legal dispute with Justin Baldoni. Baldoni attended the hearing accompanied by his wife, who also joined him for a separate legal proceeding the following day unrelated to Lively. Despite attempts to settle, both sides left the meeting without resolution, signaling a growing chance of going to trial. Bryan Freedman, Baldoni’s attorney, expressed eagerness for the trial phase, telling Variety, “We’re looking forward to it.”
The absence of Ryan Reynolds, who has maintained a private stance amid the lawsuit, sparked widespread reactions on social media. Many users criticized Reynolds for failing to stand by Lively during the tense conference. One individual commented on X, stating,
“Ryan Reynolds isn’t ‘man enough’ to support Blake Lively at court today.”
Another added,
“Scar Jo was right about him…he only cares about himself,”
while an additional detractor posted,
“#ryanreynolds is not a man. He is a scared little boy who feared a real man when he met him.”
Signs Suggesting Strain in Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s Marriage
Prior to Reynolds’ absence from court, observers and fans noticed signs that the couple’s relationship might be faltering. Discussions on Reddit from late 2025 speculated about a potential split, with one post titled,
“Ryan Reynolds soft launching his divorce?”
sparking debate. Some users believed the couple might endure their issues, but suggested the continuation was more about protecting individual reputations than enduring affection. One commenter wrote,
“IMO, his reputation might tank even more if he leaves Blake. I think he’s stuck with her and she with him.”
Additional signals of tension appeared earlier that year. Reynolds notably failed to post a birthday tribute to Lively on social media in August 2025, a repeated omission that contrasted with his active posts about his ownership role and friendship with Rob McElhenney at Wrexham Football Club. Furthermore, during a May 2025 appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Lively wore a white dress but chose to leave her wedding ring off, fueling further speculation about marital difficulties.
Implications of the Court Absence and What May Follow
Ryan Reynolds’ decision not to attend the settlement conference adds a new dimension to public perception of his marriage with Blake Lively, especially amid an ongoing lawsuit with Justin Baldoni. The lack of unity in court could influence public sentiment and magnify the couple’s private struggles. With the case now poised for trial, both parties may face increased scrutiny, and the outcome could significantly impact their personal and professional lives going forward.
Ryan Reynolds isn’t “man enough” to support Blake Lively at court today.
Instead Dickpool went to watch a soccer game.
🥴 pic.twitter.com/7letFC1e8K— MdeBruijn (@bruijn_mde) February 12, 2026
Scar Jo was right about him…he only cares about himself https://t.co/psvoqEI4Iv
— Miss Ashley (@SnowballFalls) February 11, 2026
#ryanreynolds is not a man. He is a scared little boy who feared a real man when he met him. #JusticeforJustin
— Chloe Westie (@ChloeWestie) February 12, 2026
Ryan Reynolds soft launching his divorce?
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