Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Lively & Reynolds Skip Oscars, Cheer in Wales Amid Legal Battle

Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds skipped the Oscars for the second year, opting for a soccer match in Wales amidst Blakes legal battle with Justin Baldoni. The couple, known for their absence from awards shows, has never attended together. The trial is set for May, keeping their focus away from Hollywoods big night. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/479d89fbcd447859

This is Corey, and here's what's trending across entertainment and celebrity news right now. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds skipped the Academy Awards for the second year in a row. The couple stayed away from the Big Hollywood Night amid Blake's ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni. Instead of red carpets, they focused on court-mandated settlement hearings in New York City. Earlier this week, the pair took a quick break from the drama. They headed to Wales and cheered at a soccer match between Rexham and Chelsea. Looking relaxed and close, the parents of four enjoyed a rare day off far from Los Angeles. Fans noticed their absence right away, especially since Ryan's Deadpool and Wolverine missed nominations last year too.

Neither star got a nod this time around. They've never hit the Oscars together. Ryan went solo back in 2010 to present an award. The lawsuit stems from issues during the It Ends with Us Press tour nearly two years ago. Blake filed claims of sexual harassment and a smear campaign against, Baldonie in December of 2024. Meanwhile, the trial is set for May, keeping their focus on the case rather than awards season. A message from our sponsor supports today's story. Some chase peace. I put my head in it. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.