Taylor Swift's Silence in Lively-Baldoni Lawsuit Sparks Speculation: Will She Testify?

Pop sensation Taylor Swift's silence over Blake Lively's ongoing legal feud with her "It Ends With Us" co-star Justin Baldoni is drawing significant attention, with experts weighing in on the possible implications. Lively and Baldoni are set to face off in court in 2026, after attempts to settle their disputes privately failed. The legal drama has placed Swift, a long-time friend of Lively, in an increasingly awkward position.

While Swift has remained publicly distant from the lawsuit, Baldoni's legal counterclaims have pulled her into the fray. Lively's original lawsuit accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and emotional distress during the filming of "It Ends With Us," which Baldoni denies, claiming the allegations were fabricated to repair Lively's reputation after a controversial press tour.

PR expert Adrienne Uthe commented that Swift's silence "speaks volumes," noting the singer's strategic decision to avoid entanglement. "People want to hear her testimony, but staying silent is her way of avoiding unnecessary drama – and honestly, who can blame her?" said Uthe. However, the expert added that this silence might tarnish Swift’s wholesome public image. "For someone as media-savvy as Taylor Swift to stay out of this? That says a lot," she remarked.

Doug Eldridge, a crisis communications expert, explained that Swift's neutral stance likely serves to protect her brand. "She's at the peak of her career, fresh off a billion-dollar tour, but staying 'vanilla' – uncontroversial – helps preserve her broad fan appeal," he said. Eldridge likened her approach to Lance Armstrong's famous comment about avoiding political affiliations to maintain universal support. "Sometimes, being local rather than vocal is the safest bet," he added.

Legal experts suggest that Swift could be compelled to testify if her involvement is deemed relevant. Entertainment lawyer Tre Lovell noted that her "fame and likability" could make her a credible witness, but cautioned that cross-examination could challenge her testimony’s impact. "The jury might be starstruck initially, but that evaporates quickly once credibility is scrutinized," Lovell explained.

The legal entanglement deepened with Baldoni's claims that Swift and Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds, pressured him into accepting script changes during a meeting at Lively's New York City home. Baldoni alleged the duo's influence was used to enforce Lively’s creative control over the project. In one exchange, Lively referred to Swift and Reynolds as her "dragons," hinting at their protective stance.

Texts and emails submitted in Baldoni's lawsuit also allege that Lively leveraged Swift’s song, "My Tears Ricochet," as part of a veiled threat during negotiations. The track was eventually used in the movie’s trailer and a key scene. Baldoni’s timeline of events even suggests that Swift was involved in casting decisions for the film, further intertwining her with the project.

Experts caution that if Swift is subpoenaed, the resulting "legal circus" could overshadow the trial itself. Attorney Oleg Nekritin emphasized that Baldoni’s legal team must prove her testimony is essential to the case. "Being a bestie isn’t enough; they’ll need to show she has relevant knowledge," Nekritin said.

For now, Swift continues to hold her silence, leaving fans and legal analysts alike speculating about her potential role in what promises to be a high-profile courtroom showdown.