A Saturday Night Live team member recently shed light on the controversial joke made by Ryan Reynolds during the show’s momentous 50th anniversary celebration. This event was particularly notable as it marked the first public appearance of Blake Lively amid her ongoing legal disagreements with It Ends With Us director and co-star Justin Baldoni.
While participating in a lively Q&A session alongside SNL veterans Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, Ryan appeared to reference the tense situation humorously. This prompted a swift reaction from Justin?s legal representative, who expressed discontent over Ryan making light of a serious matter after Blake accused Justin of sexual harassment.
According to reports, a staff member from the show later revealed that the decision to make the joke originated from Ryan himself, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.
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In a recent discussion on the Australian radio show Fifi, Fev & Nick, Wally Feresten, who is responsible for managing the show’s cue cards, provided additional context about the incident. Wally has also contributed behind the scenes on Late Night with Seth Meyers, showcasing his extensive experience in the entertainment industry.
Wally disclosed, ?He had a different line in rehearsal, and he pitched that to replace it,? shedding light on how the joke evolved. ?So that was his idea to do it.? This insight indicates that Ryan was not only involved in the humor during the show but was proactive in crafting his performance.
He further elaborated, stating, ?We wouldn?t want to do anything too controversial unless they were in on it. So yeah, that was his line. That was his idea to do.? This suggests a level of collaboration and foresight in their comedic approach, even in sensitive situations.
In a related development, Blake has recently amended her lawsuit against Justin, introducing new allegations that further complicate the ongoing legal battle. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story.
