Blake Lively Faces Backlash Over Resurfaced 2016 Interview Amid ‘It Ends With Us’ Drama

Blake Lively is under scrutiny for a controversial remark made during a 2016 interview with Norwegian journalist Kjersti Flaa. The incident, which occurred during the promotion of Lively’s film Café Society, has resurfaced amidst the ongoing drama surrounding her recent project It Ends With Us.

During the interview, Flaa congratulated Lively on her pregnancy, to which the actress sarcastically replied, “Congratulations on your little bump!” The exchange reportedly left Flaa feeling discouraged, with the journalist recently revealing that the experience made her consider quitting her job. As the clip gained renewed attention, Lively’s reaction has sparked debate among fans and critics alike.

A source close to Lively defended the actress, stating, “You’re a female journalist in Hollywood interviewing a working mom, and you can’t come up with anything better to kick off the interview with than ‘Congrats on your little bump?’ Of course, Blake got annoyed.” The source added, “She is pregnant with a child. If you feel the need to acknowledge that she’s pregnant, at least do it respectfully.”

Fans have voiced their opinions on social media, with some criticizing Lively for her response, while others question Flaa’s intentions in revisiting the incident years later. The controversy adds to the tension surrounding It Ends With Us, which has faced criticism for its portrayal of complex themes and rumored conflicts between Lively and co-star Justin Baldoni.