Joe Rogan Just Set Hollywood on Fire: Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Marvel, and a PR Disaster Nobody Saw Coming

Hollywood thrives on image. Careers are built on charm, carefully curated interviews, perfectly filtered Instagram posts, and the illusion of untouchable glamour. But when that image cracks, even slightly, the fall is merciless. And this week, the crack didn’t just show—it split wide open, thanks to Joe Rogan, who blasted Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively in a way that may forever change their reputations, their power in Hollywood, and maybe even Ryan’s superhero empire with Deadpool.

Joe Rogan Throws the First Punch

On The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan made it crystal clear: he’s riding with Justin Baldoni in his ongoing legal battle against Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. And let’s be real—when Rogan speaks, people listen. His comments weren’t just a casual hot take. They were a full-blown dragging of one of Hollywood’s golden couples.

According to Rogan, Ryan and Blake “messed up big time” by going after Baldoni, a director and producer who has been tangled in an explosive lawsuit with the power couple. Rogan claimed their lawsuit wasn’t about justice but about control—specifically, taking over Baldoni’s franchise and using the #MeToo movement as leverage.

“Ryan’s trying to get out of it now,” Rogan said, mocking Reynolds’ attempts to distance himself from the legal drama. “But you were a key part of this. This is what you get.”

It wasn’t just criticism—it was humiliation. And with Rogan comparing Baldoni’s fight to Johnny Depp’s infamous courtroom victory, fans instantly framed Baldoni as the underdog hero and Ryan and Blake as Hollywood villains.

The Receipts That Changed Everything

Baldoni wasn’t coming to this fight empty-handed. Rogan pointed out the receipts—texts, audio recordings, even an entire website exposing what really went down between him and Blake. One text allegedly contradicted Blake’s claims about Baldoni entering her trailer without permission. And while Ryan tried to play coy, the evidence was already too public to ignore.

That’s when Rogan dropped the real bombshell: he suggested the lawsuit wasn’t about misconduct at all but about power grabs inside Marvel. According to him, the whole situation exposed a bigger scandal—how roles in the MCU aren’t about talent but connections, influence, and backdoor deals.

Fans immediately connected the dots, dragging up whispers about Blake allegedly pushing for a Marvel role, leaning on Ryan’s influence as Deadpool to get her way. Suddenly, the lawsuit wasn’t just about Baldoni. It was about Marvel corruption.

Marvel Caught in the Crossfire

The MCU thrives on squeaky-clean image. It’s the family-friendly juggernaut of Hollywood, built to print billions with every release. The last thing Marvel execs want is scandal. Yet here they were, watching one of their biggest stars become a liability overnight.

If Ryan Reynolds was untouchable before, that veneer is cracking. Rogan accused him of being more than just a participant—he’s allegedly part of the machine that lets power dictate casting decisions. And Blake? She went from America’s red carpet darling to the face of Hollywood favoritism.

Marvel execs are reportedly panicking, with insiders whispering that Ryan’s influence in the franchise may no longer be worth the risk. Marvel has cut ties with stars before, and no amount of box office success saves you once you become a PR nightmare.

The Predator Joke That Went Too Far

Things escalated further when a clip surfaced of Rogan sarcastically calling Ryan a “predator.” Whether he meant it seriously or as a joke didn’t matter—the internet took it and ran. Suddenly, fans were resurfacing every questionable joke Ryan had ever made, every awkward interview moment, and every instance where his charm seemed just a little too rehearsed.

The narrative shifted from Marvel favoritism to full-blown character takedown. In Hollywood, that’s death by a thousand cuts.

Blake Lively’s Lonely Red Carpet

As if things couldn’t get worse, Blake showed up solo to the A Simple Favor sequel premiere. Normally, Ryan’s absence might not mean much—it’s not his movie, after all. But the timing raised eyebrows. Hollywood couples usually show up for each other’s milestones. His no-show sent one clear message: something isn’t right.

To make matters worse, a lone protester stood outside the premiere holding a sign that read: “Justice for Justin Baldoni.” It wasn’t a mass protest, but it didn’t have to be. It reminded everyone of the lawsuit Blake has been desperately trying to bury.

Inside the event, fans noticed the vibe. Co-stars seemed distant, the energy cold. For the first time in years, Blake wasn’t the center of attention. She was the elephant in the room.

The Silent PR Strategy

Behind the scenes, Ryan and Blake’s PR teams scrambled to contain the fire. Blake, normally active on social media, went completely silent. No quirky Instagram posts, no funny interviews, no appearances. The relatable, approachable Blake disappeared overnight.

Ryan took a different route—keeping up appearances, promoting his businesses and projects, but with a forced smile and jokes that fell flat. Fans noticed. His effortless charm suddenly looked staged, his carefully curated persona cracking under the weight of scandal.

And the gossip blogs? The ones that usually gushed over Blake’s outfits and Ryan’s wit? They went quiet. The silence was deafening.

Blake’s Career in Freefall

Then came the real fallout. Luxury brands started stepping back. Blake, once the darling of fashion elites, is reportedly losing endorsements. Retailers are pulling her hair care line from shelves. Sales are plummeting. Investors are walking away.

In Hollywood, silence is louder than words. When brands stop calling, stylists stop dressing you, and co-stars stop mentioning your name, you’re not just struggling—you’re finished. Blake’s entire career has been built more on image than Oscars. And when that image breaks, there’s nothing left to fall back on.

Enter the PR Villain

But just when fans thought the story couldn’t get any messier, court documents introduced a shocking twist: Stephanie Jones, Blake’s PR powerhouse, might actually be the true villain of this saga.

According to filings, Jones wasn’t just a tough agent—she was unhinged. Allegedly using psychics to predict her employees’ futures, snooping through phones for confidential info, planting false stories in the press, and even creating fake social media accounts to troll ex-clients.

Jen Ael, a key witness on Baldoni’s side, painted Jones as manipulative, chaotic, and reckless. In fact, she may have been the one who pushed Blake into escalating the fight with Baldoni in the first place, convincing her that Justin was running a smear campaign.

Could Blake Lively have been a pawn in someone else’s PR war?

A Possible Way Out

Some fans believe Baldoni’s team may even be giving Blake a way to save face: blaming Stephanie Jones. If Blake issues a public apology, admitting she was misled, she could potentially shift blame onto her PR agent and crawl back from the brink. It would be a risky move, but in Hollywood, survival is everything.

Still, that strategy comes with consequences. Throwing your PR team under the bus might save Blake’s reputation temporarily, but it also confirms she’s weak, manipulatable, and—worst of all—losing power. In a cutthroat industry like Hollywood, perception is everything.

The Bigger Picture

At its core, this isn’t just about Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. It’s about what happens when a Hollywood couple built on image loses control of the narrative. One bad move, one powerful critic, and years of reputation can collapse overnight.

Joe Rogan lit the match, but the real fire came from the receipts, the whispers about Marvel corruption, and the internet’s obsession with tearing down the powerful. Now, Ryan and Blake aren’t in control anymore—the public is.

And if Marvel decides Ryan isn’t worth the baggage, Deadpool may not be his forever after all.

Conclusion

Joe Rogan didn’t just embarrass Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively—he may have triggered the unraveling of one of Hollywood’s most carefully constructed power couples. From Baldoni’s lawsuit to Marvel favoritism, PR scandals, and brand abandonment, the cracks are widening fast.

Hollywood doesn’t protect the talented. It protects the valuable. And right now, Ryan and Blake’s value is slipping. If they don’t find a way to reclaim the narrative, this won’t just be a scandal. It will be their downfall.

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