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There have been many questions raised throughout the coverage of the Justin Baldoni-Blake Lively lawsuits. With all the information that is coming out, many have been curious about certain pieces of information and decisions that were taken by both parties over the months, becoming a cause for speculation.
These questions have not been limited to Lively and Baldoni, as parties close to them have also been brought into the situation in quite interesting manners. From Taylor Swift to Ryan Reynolds, Colleen Hoover, and even journalist Kjersti Flaa, no one has been exempt from the wrath.
Amid this, one name very close to Baldoni switched sides and joined Lively’s team—Liz Plank. This confused many, considering how closely Plank and Baldoni had worked together for four years. However, the explanation for the same may not be very complicated.
Justin Baldoni’s co-host switched sides and the world was very confused
On top of being known for his acting,Justin Baldonifamously runs a podcast calledThe Man Enough Podcast, where he discusses the effects of the patriarchy on gender roles. Started in 2021, the actor started this podcast with his co-host, Liz Plank.
The journalist and the actor worked together for four years, being extremely close with each other, sharing similar opinions, and entertaining guests. Considering their joint ventures, fans assumed that they were close friends outside of their professional lives.
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However, whenBlake Livelyfiled her legal complaint against Baldoni, Plank announced on herInstagramthat she was leaving the podcast and was making her alliance with the actress very well known. This move was very shocking for many, considering her relationship with the actor prior to the allegations. It was also surprising when she was not by Baldoni’s side at theIt Ends With Uspremiere.
Many fans looked at her sudden switch of sides as a betrayal more than an act of support. Considering how well she knew Baldoni, they pointed out that she should have at least given him the benefit of the doubt.
Liz Plank may have had a past with Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively
While many fans have been blindsided by Liz Plank’s decision to side with Blake Lively over Justin Baldoni, there may be a logical explanation for the same. As reported byStephwithdadeetsonInstagram, Plank seems to have had quite a connection withRyan Reynoldslong before the lawsuits. Perhaps even before she was friends with Baldoni.
In 2019, Reynolds promoted Plank’s book on his Instagram story, which she screenshotted and posted onFacebook. Additionally, she was also present at theFree Guypremiere, having been photographed with the lead star. Finally, she was also a guest star in Reynolds’ docuseries,Welcome to Wrexham.
Considering her pre-existing connection and friendship with Reynolds and, by relation, Blake Lively, it makes sense that she sides with them, regardless of what incentive she may or may not have been given.
Ananya Godboley
Senior Writer
Articles Published :2219
Ananya Godboley is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows, with over 2,000 articles published. She has been an entertainment journalist for the past two years. Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology from K.R. Mangalam University, Ananya also likes to fangirl as a full-time job. She covers news and analyses on anything from Rick and Morty to Hannibal and even Arcane. In between these lines, she also enjoys superheroes and Taylor Swift.A philosophy enthusiast, Ananya enjoys digging deeper into the media she consumes, trying to understand the root of her favorite characters' behavior.
