Blake Lively Declares Hugh Jackman, Shawn Levy, Emily Blunt and Others Dearer Than Blood in a Heartfelt Tribute

Published 04/28/2025, 11:48 AM EDT

Blake Lively’s return to the limelight this time comes at a particularly charged time. After the first Simple Favor film that kept fans on the edge, its sequel is already stirring up mixed reactions. Throw in Lively’s legal drama with It Ends With Us costar Justin Baldoni, and the tensions are running high. But when Lively stepped onto the Another Simple Favor's premiere, all eyes were on her! Rocking a jaw-dropping gown, she stole the spotlight, giving fans a refreshing break from the legal noise.

Among the stunning images and red carpet moments, one Instagram story captured a different side of Blake Lively’s evening. With a fierce battle still looming over her head, this moment spoke volumes. 

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This Instagram story from the Another Simple Favor NYC premiere was an absolute standout among the flurry of red carpet moments filling her feed. Reposting from the film’s official account, Blake Lively wrote, “I couldn’t love these people more if they were my own blood.” And who was she referring to as family? Her Hollywood crew, —Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Hugh Jackman, and Shawn Levy—were all up front and center, with Ryan Reynolds looking dapper at the end of the line, keeping it cool in his tux.

Blake Lively was the stunning showstopper stepping out in a mint green Tamara Ralph gown, while Emily Blunt was all smiles in her black and blue patterned dress, oozing charm. Tucci kept it classic in his black and white suit, Jackman looked effortlessly stylish in green and blue, and Levy rounded it all off in a sleek white and grey look. But between the glamour and the glitz of Hollywood A-listers—there was one star quietly stealing the spotlight behind the scenes.

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 Ryan Reynolds was not just posing for photos, he was playing the role of Blake Lively’s biggest cheerleader. His moment of true support for Blake Lively did not even begin on the red carpet. No, it all kicked off behind the cameras, where he was all-in for his wife!

Ryan Reynolds’ sweet husband moment at the premiere

Ryan Reynolds just proved once again that he is the MVP of supportive husbands! At the Another Simple Favor premiere on April 27, he shared a hilariously adorable moment from behind the photographers. In the clip, he is seen shouting, “Blake, Blake! Over here!” trying to capture her perfect red carpet moment. The picture was not exactly flawless—Blake Lively was in motion, and someone’s head got in the way. But Ryan Reynolds, being Ryan Reynolds, captioned it with a cheeky “Nailed it.” 

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While Ryan Reynolds was out there cheering, Lively was holding her own with a powerful message. She spoke about the resilience of women and how, despite life's struggles, they endure with grace and strength. As she posed with co-stars like Anna Kendrick and director Paul Feig, Reynolds' playful Instagram moment stole the show. Between her stunning look and his cheeky antics, it was a perfect reminder of how adorable this power couple truly is.

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Is Blake Lively’s Hollywood inner circle who you expected? Let us know in the comments!

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Akshaya Deeksha

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Akshaya Deeksha is an Entertainment Writer at NetflixJunkie. With her passion to explore the evolving world of entertainment and her journalistic sense, she specializes in cinematic storytelling and Hollywood developments. Her expertise in lifestyle writing allows her to connect with readers through relatable content.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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