Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds recently shared a heartwarming family moment amidst their legal dispute with Justin Baldoni. The couple, known for their acting careers, took to social media to showcase a delightful baking session with their four children – James, Inez, Betty, and Olin. In a series of Instagram Story posts, Lively revealed images of cupcakes and sugar cookies adorned with colorful icing, depicting horses and farm animals.

The joyous family affair captured in the photos exuded warmth and togetherness as they engaged in the creative process of decorating the sweet treats. Lively humorously captioned one image, “The family that bakes together… Stays sick on buttercream together,” accompanied by a snippet of the song “All the Pretty Little Horses.” The final snapshot featured Lively and Reynolds pausing from their culinary endeavors for a brief selfie, radiating happiness and unity.

This lighthearted moment comes in the midst of a legal battle between Lively and Reynolds and filmmaker Justin Baldoni. The conflict arose when Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment during the filming of their 2024 movie, “It Ends With Us.” Additionally, Lively alleged that Baldoni orchestrated a smear campaign against her, claims vehemently denied by the “Jane the Virgin” actor.

In response, Baldoni retaliated with a $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds, and Lively’s publicist. The legal drama escalated further when Lively’s legal team sought protective measures to prevent sensitive information from being leaked to the public. Despite these legal maneuvers, a loophole in the protective order indicates that certain trial evidence may become accessible to the public when the case goes to trial in March 2026.

The baking session shared by Lively and Reynolds serves as a heartwarming contrast to the ongoing legal battle, offering a glimpse into their cherished family moments. As the public eagerly awaits the judicial proceedings, the couple’s commitment to family bonding and creating lasting memories shines through, showcasing a blend of personal joy and professional challenges in the limelight of Hollywood.