Blake Lively Makes Surprise Appearance at World Cup Final
WHO:
US Magazine - Blake Lively, age 38, attended the event with three friends.
NY Post - Justin Baldoni was involved in a legal battle with Blake Lively.
WHAT:
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - The World Cup final featured a halftime show with performances by A-list celebrities, including Tom Cruise, Beyoncé, Kylie Jenner, and David and Victoria Beckham.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Blake Lively's Instagram post included a selfie from inside MetLife Stadium, where she wore a striped button-down shirt, white top, and jeans.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Lively's legal battle with Justin Baldoni included accusations of sexual harassment and a smear campaign against her, which she settled in May.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - In January, a December 2024 text exchange between Lively and Swift was leaked, revealing Lively's concerns about their friendship and Swift's feelings of distance.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Swift was subpoenaed in Lively's lawsuit against Baldoni, as he alleged Lively attempted to use Swift's influence for leverage in the film's production.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - The World Cup final featured a halftime show with performances by A-list celebrities, although specific names were not disclosed.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - The wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce took place on July 3, 2026, at Madison Square Garden, with a guest list that included Tom Cruise, Ed Sheeran, Gigi Hadid, and Bradley Cooper.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Blake Lively's appearance at the World Cup final marked her first public outing since the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - The World Cup final featured a match where Spain triumphed over Argentina with a score of 1-0.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Blake Lively shared a photo on her Instagram stories, posing alongside friends Kendall Glazer, Libby Glazer, and Emma Gray.
US Magazine - Blake Lively made a surprise appearance at the 2026 World Cup final.
US Magazine - Lively shared glimpses of her day at the event via her Instagram.
WHERE:
US Magazine - The World Cup final took place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
WHEN:
US Magazine - The World Cup final occurred on July 19, 2026.
WHY:
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Lively's absence from Swift's wedding was reportedly due to her not being invited, which stemmed from her legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Lively's absence from Taylor Swift's wedding was reportedly due to her not being invited, following her legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
NY Post - Blake Lively's appearance followed her settlement of a lengthy legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
HOW:
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Lively was seen attending the World Cup final with friends, indicating a return to social events following her legal issues.
[1:55 p.m. ET] - USA Today - Lively was spotted attending a horseback riding competition in Lake Placid, New York, with her husband Ryan Reynolds during Swift's wedding.
US Magazine - Lively attended the event with friends, indicating a social outing despite her recent legal issues.
(UPDATED July 21, 2026 01:23 UTC)
In a star-studded World Cup final, the halftime show dazzled fans with performances from A-list celebrities like Tom Cruise, Beyoncé, Kylie Jenner, and David and Victoria Beckham. Meanwhile, Blake Lively shared a selfie from MetLife Stadium, sporting a striped button-down shirt and jeans, as she navigated a legal battle with Justin Baldoni that included serious accusations but was settled in May. Additionally, a leaked text exchange from January revealed Lively's concerns about her friendship with Taylor Swift, who was subpoenaed in the lawsuit as Baldoni claimed Lively tried to leverage Swift's influence during film production.
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(UPDATED July 20, 2026 20:23 UTC)
The World Cup final featured a star-studded halftime show with performances by A-list celebrities, although their names have not been disclosed. In a notable social event, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tied the knot on July 3, 2026, at Madison Square Garden, with a guest list that included big names like Tom Cruise and Ed Sheeran. Blake Lively made her first public appearance since the wedding at the World Cup final, after reportedly missing the ceremony due to not being invited amid her legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
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(UPDATED July 20, 2026 19:27 UTC)
In a thrilling World Cup final, Spain claimed victory over Argentina with a score of one to zero. Meanwhile, Blake Lively took to Instagram to share a photo with friends Kendall Glazer, Libby Glazer, and Emma Gray, following her absence from Taylor Swift's wedding, which was reportedly due to not being invited amid her legal issues with Justin Baldoni. Lively was seen enjoying a horseback riding competition in Lake Placid, New York, alongside her husband Ryan Reynolds during the wedding festivities.
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(UPDATED July 20, 2026 12:41 UTC)
Blake Lively made a surprise appearance at the World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, attending the event with three friends. Her appearance comes after settling a lengthy legal battle with Justin Baldoni, which has been making headlines. Lively shared glimpses of her day at the event via her Instagram, showcasing a fun outing despite her recent challenges.