Blake Lively is reportedly considering a career shift following her highly publicized legal battle with Justin Baldoni. The actress is reportedly exploring opportunities beyond the traditional Hollywood spotlight, with a source saying she has begun building connections for her next professional chapter.
Blake Lively “has decided it’s time to branch out beyond Hollywood”
According to Star magazine, Lively has been reconsidering her professional priorities and spending time reflecting on her future. “And Blake has decided it’s time to branch out beyond Hollywood,” an insider claimed.
Fashion reportedly remains a significant area of interest for Lively. The actress has previously collaborated with fashion labels Amour Vert and Sam & Lavi, and the source suggested she could pursue that interest more seriously.
Her recent public appearance has also fueled speculation about her plans. On November 3, Lively attended a launch showcase for jeweler Brent Neale. The event took place in New York City.
“She’s done hiding out,” the source claimed. The insider added that Lively had been “busy schmoozing with all the right people,” suggesting the jewelry event provided an opportunity to network.
The reported career shift follows Lively’s legal dispute with Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director on It Ends With Us. She sued him over allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation, which Baldoni denied. The two sides reached a settlement in May 2026.
The dispute also reportedly affected Lively’s relationships within Hollywood. The source suggested that some of her industry connections had become strained, specifically referencing Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds’ relationships with people in the entertainment world.
However, Lively reportedly has not ruled out returning to acting. “Blake would still jump at a great movie role, but that’s not what she’s chasing right now,” the insider explained.
Instead, she may be considering opportunities in fashion and international philanthropy. The source claimed Lively had been discussing ways to become more involved in philanthropic work around the world.
For now, neither a new fashion venture nor an international philanthropy project has been announced. The reported plans remain unconfirmed, but they suggest Lively may be considering professional opportunities beyond film and television.
