Did Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively's Rift Drag Her into the Justin Baldoni Case? Here's What We Know

When unsealed court documents from Blake Lively's explosive legal battle with Justin Baldoni began circulating online, one name immediately caught fans' attention: Anna Kendrick.

Within hours, social media was buzzing. Had Kendrick been pulled into the It Ends With Us lawsuit? Was her long-rumoured 'beef' with Lively finally spilling into court? And did their awkward press tour moments suddenly mean more than fans first thought?

The short answer: no. Despite the online drama, Kendrick's involvement appears to be minimal — and largely administrative.

Still, in true Hollywood fashion, that hasn't stopped speculation from running wild.

Why Kendrick's Name Appeared in Court Documents

According to unsealed records, Kendrick's name surfaced during Blake Lively's deposition as lawyers clarified the timeline of projects she worked on after filming It Ends With Us.

During questioning, Lively was asked whether she had worked on another film following the romantic drama. She referenced Another Simple Favour, the sequel to 2018's A Simple Favor, which stars Kendrick and Lively.

The exchange focused on dates, premieres, and filming schedules — not personal relationships or behind-the-scenes conflict.

Radio station Q1065 also reported that Kendrick was mentioned simply because she co-starred with Lively and helped establish the timeline of Lively's professional commitments.

In other words: it was procedural, not personal.

The Feud Rumours That Never Really Died

Of course, Kendrick and Lively's working relationship has been under scrutiny for years.

Rumours of tension first surfaced during the A Simple Favor press tour in 2018, when fans noticed pointed jokes, awkward interviews and what some described as 'passive-aggressive' banter.

The Tab later published a detailed timeline of alleged clashes, including claims from industry insiders and podcast hosts suggesting competitiveness on set.

Neither actress has ever publicly confirmed a feud.

Director Paul Feig has repeatedly dismissed the idea, insisting that any teasing was part of their humour and on-screen chemistry.

Still, the rumours stuck — and resurfaced during the sequel's 2025 promotional tour.

Awkward Interviews and Viral Moments

While promoting Another Simple Favour in March 2025, Kendrick raised eyebrows with her deadpan responses to questions about Lively.

At one point, she joked to Variety that she had 'done ayahuasca' and missed the past year, sidestepping questions about Lively's legal drama.

In another interview, she replied 'Oh, you know' when asked about working together — before walking away.

Meanwhile, Lively maintained a polished, upbeat front, calling the collaboration 'the best.'

For gossip-watchers, the contrast felt telling. TikTok dissected every eyebrow raise and pause. Fan forums debated whether Kendrick was 'throwing shade' or simply tired of the circus. Reports later argued that the obsession says more about audiences than the actresses themselves.

The Justin Baldoni Lawsuit: A Separate Storm

Lively's ongoing lawsuit against Baldoni stems from allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation on the set of It Ends With Us, which he has denied.

Hundreds of pages of texts, emails and depositions were unsealed in early 2026, fuelling headlines and renewed scrutiny of everyone linked to the film.

Kendrick's name appeared only in relation to Lively's post-It Ends With Us work.

She is not named in any claims, accusations or complaints.

There is no evidence she is involved in the case beyond being a former co-star.

Are Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively Even Friends?

Sources have previously said that there are 'no issues' between the pair and that their relationship is professional rather than close.

Kendrick herself once described Lively as 'genuinely great' but noted they had different working styles.

They are not known to socialise publicly, holiday together or post about each other online — but in Hollywood, that is hardly unusual.

So, Did the 'Rift' Drag Kendrick into the Case?

Despite online theories, there is no indication that Kendrick was pulled into the Baldoni lawsuit because of any personal fallout with Lively.

Her name appears in court documents for one reason: she starred in a film that helped clarify Lively's work timeline. That is it. No secret testimony. No hidden alliance. No backstage betrayal.

What we are seeing instead is a familiar pattern: a high-profile lawsuit, two famous women with a complicated media history, and an internet eager to connect dots that are not actually there.

For now, Kendrick remains on the sidelines — watching the drama unfold from a safe distance.

And unless new evidence emerges, her brief appearance in the paperwork looks less like scandal and more like paperwork.