Kansas City, Mo. — Travis Kelce appears to be charting a course away from the recent turmoil surrounding actress Blake Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, by unfollowing Reynolds on Instagram. This move comes amid a legal dispute involving Lively and director Justin Baldoni, which has drawn public attention and scrutiny.
Sources indicate that at 35, Kelce is making a conscious effort to avoid association with the growing drama. The decision to unfollow Reynolds raises questions about the state of their friendship and whether Kelce is distancing himself to protect his own public image, amid concerns that he and his girlfriend, pop star Taylor Swift, could be caught up in the fallout.
Swift, who has been dating Kelce since summer 2023, has reportedly become less close with Lively. Earlier this year, Swift expressed a need for “space” from the situation after her name surfaced in Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Lively and Reynolds. Sources close to Swift suggested she felt like a “pawn” in this high-profile dispute.
As the case continues to unfold, Baldoni, who filed his lawsuit in January, has accused Lively of sexual harassment, complicating relationships among the involved parties. Swift’s representatives could not be reached for comment regarding her feelings on Kelce’s unfollowing, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.
Media reports suggest that Swift, along with Reynolds’ close friend Hugh Jackman, may be called to testify in the ongoing case, which is set to go to trial next year. As the legal drama intensifies, Swift’s desire to distance herself from the narrative remains evident, with sources noting her intention to step back and enjoy her relationship with Kelce away from the spotlight.
In the past, Swift and Kelce frequently socialized with Lively and Reynolds, often attending events and supporting each other at various games. However, as the pressures of the legal proceedings weigh heavily, the dynamics of their friendships appear to be shifting.
Despite the tensions, insiders emphasize Swift’s resilience and determination to navigate the situation independently. “She’s a strong woman, and she’s not hiding from anything,” a source remarked. For now, both Swift and Kelce seem to be focusing on their relationship, taking time away from the distractions of Hollywood drama as they forge ahead.
Attempts to reach representatives for Lively and Reynolds for comment have not been successful. As both legal and personal ties evolve, the public eye remains on this complex intersection of celebrity relationships and courtroom battles. The outcome of Baldoni’s lawsuit may further reshape these connections as it approaches trial in 2026.