Hollywood’s beloved power couple, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, 

made a stunning return to the red carpet on Sunday night for the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary special in New York City. 

Their appearance marked the first time they had been publicly seen together since Lively filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star 

and director, Justin Baldoni, on December 21, 2024.

Despite the legal turmoil surrounding Lively, the couple appeared in good spirits at the star-studded event. 

However, body language expert Nicole Moore analyzed their interactions, suggesting that while Reynolds seemed eager to stay close, Lively projected a more independent and distant stance on the red carpet.

Blake Lively’s “Power Position” on the Red Carpet

Lively, known for her effortless style and grace, stunned in a sparkling silver gown by Tamara Ralph as she walked the red carpet with Reynolds. But beyond her dazzling appearance, Moore pointed out a strong, confident stance in Lively’s body language.

“Blake’s pose with her hand on her hip and her shoulders back indicates she’s holding herself in a power position,” Moore explained. “This stance typically signals confidence and a desire to stand on her own and take up space.”

Her positioning may suggest that Lively wanted to project a sense of control and strength in the midst of the high-profile lawsuit, emphasizing her resilience under public scrutiny.

Tension or Just the Spotlight?

While Lively exuded confidence, Reynolds displayed different body language throughout the event. According to Moore, the Deadpool actor seemed eager to close the distance between himself and Lively, showing his usual warmth and humor to engage her.

When Lively arrived at the red carpet after Reynolds had already posed for solo shots, he leaned forward, gestured toward her, and cracked a joke, which Moore suggested was an attempt to create closeness.

“Ryan leaned his body forward and gesticulated toward Blake when telling the joke, and he walked toward her to meet her rather than allowing her to come to him,” Moore noted. “This could indicate a desire to be close.”

However, Lively’s body language suggested she may have been emotionally distancing herself from him, at least in that moment.

“Blake’s body language appears to be communicating that she’s closed off to Ryan or in self-protection mode,” Moore added.

This subtle tension became more apparent when photographers requested solo shots of Lively. Reynolds was reportedly caught off guard by the request, and as he stepped away, he kept his hand lingering on Lively’s arm before finally letting go, suggesting that he was hesitant to break contact.

Ryan Reynolds’ Joke and Lively’s Surprised Reaction

Inside the event, Reynolds took part in a playful exchange with former SNL stars Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. When the comedic duo asked him, “How’s it going?”, Reynolds quipped back with a sarcastic response:

“Great, why? What have you heard?”

The remark appeared to be a lighthearted reference to the ongoing legal battle between Lively and Baldoni. While Reynolds’ humor is a signature part of his personality, the joke seemed to catch Lively off guard.

“Before Ryan made the joke, Blake was smiling with a wide, genuine smile,” Moore observed. “But as soon as he said it, she quickly turned her head toward him, her mouth turned downward, and she opened her eyelids wider—classic signs of surprise.”

Her reaction suggests that while Reynolds may have intended the joke to ease tension or show support in his own way, Lively wasn’t expecting him to acknowledge their legal situation in such a public setting.

A Night Under the Spotlight

Lively and Reynolds have historically been one of Hollywood’s most admired couples, often displaying their playful dynamic and unwavering support for each other. However, their first public appearance in months was inevitably going to be scrutinized given the ongoing lawsuit against Baldoni.

While their interactions on the red carpet sparked speculation about potential tension, it’s also possible that Lively was simply focused on projecting strength, while Reynolds leaned into his natural comedic persona to lighten the mood.

Regardless of the subtle cues picked up by body language experts, one thing is clear—all eyes were on them as they made their long-awaited return to the public stage.

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