20 Charming Facts about Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds: A Hollywood Romance


 

As someone who loves following celebrity relationships, I鈥檝e always been drawn to the charming love story between Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. When they first met on the set of The Green Lantern in 2010, the sparks were already flying. They tried to keep their budding romance under wraps, but their undeniable chemistry shone through at every red-carpet appearance and interview. As they both built massively successful acting careers over the years with shows like Gossip Girl and movies like Deadpool, their playful off-screen banter and support for each other鈥檚 projects made it clear they were madly in love.

From their secret wedding in South Carolina and cute compilation videos poking fun at each other to gushing social media captions and coordinating family Halloween costumes, Blake and Ryan constantly remind me why theirs is a Hollywood fairytale that seems built to last. As glamorous as their life seems, they come across as incredibly down-to-earth people who cherish laughter and find humor in even mundane daily situations together. I simply can鈥檛 get enough of their charming and hilarious romantic antics through the years.

These are twenty facts about Lively and Reynolds:

1. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds First Encounter Was on the Film 鈥楪reen Lantern鈥

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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively first crossed paths while working together on the set of the 2011 superhero film Green Lantern, though they were each in relationships with other people at the time. It wasn’t until October 2011, after a trip to Boston that the friendship turned romantic and they had their first date. Though Green Lantern may not have impressed critics, it did bring Reynolds and Lively together, leading to marriage in 2012. Their on-set introduction sparked a relationship that thrived over a decade later.

2. They Fell in Love over Food in Boston a Year after Meeting

Though Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively first met in early 2011 on the set of Green Lantern, their relationship didn’t spark until later that year. In October 2011, soon after Lively’s split from her previous boyfriend, she and Reynolds reconnected during a night out with others in Boston. Reynolds has said that over the delicious meal they shared that evening, with “all the right things exposed at the right time”, they bonded and saw each other in a romantic light for the first time. The food and conversation kindled their affection. By year’s end, Reynolds and Lively went on their first official date together, which paved the way for their September 2012 marriage.

3. Despite Being Celebrities, they Pulled off a Secret Wedding in 2012

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Even the most ardent celebrity press was taken aback when Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively pulled off a top-secret wedding in 2012. The co-stars of Green Lantern decided to get married just a year after they started dating. Reynolds subsequently revealed that Lively and he had originally intended to have a small, secret ceremony away from the public eye, attended only by close friends and family. By hosting a small wedding ceremony at Mount Pleasant, South Carolina’s Boone Hall Plantation in September 2012, they succeeded in their mission. The wedding was only observed by their close relatives. The couple waited until after the event to reveal any details about their wedding, going public a few days later.

4. They Love making Fun of Each other 

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, who have been married since 2012, are masters of the art of amicable spousal trolling. This famous couple enjoys playing tricks and subtly making fun of each other, whether it’s on their anniversaries and birthdays or just making light of each other in interviews and on social media. For instance, Reynolds shared ugly pictures of Lively on her birthday in 2022 rather than a heartfelt remembrance. In retaliation, Lively cropped Reynolds out of a picture with Taylor Swift. Reynolds and Lively seem to be having fun teasing their “best friend,” even though their cheeky antics may come across as exaggerated based on their smiles and laughter. They believe that lighthearted trolling improves their marriage.

5. They are Close Friends to Taylor Swift 

Reynolds and Lively have formed a tight bond of friendship with Taylor Swift over the years. Reynolds and Swift’s lighthearted banter on social media first revealed their buddy status. Lively has also become part of Swift’s inner circle, with Swift even honoring the couple’s daughter James by naming her album track ‘Betty’ after her. Reynolds and Lively hold Swift in such esteem that Reynolds eagerly made a music video cameo just to direct fans to Swift鈥檚 2020 albums. And Swift is so close to the couple that she performed at their 2012 wedding. Reynolds and Lively consider Swift to be like family. The superstars and longtime friends continue to support each other both personally and professionally.

6. Despite Being in Labor, Blake was the one who Drove them to the Hospital

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When Blake Lively went into labor, she and Ryan Reynolds found themselves speeding to the hospital with Lively behind the wheel. Despite being in active labor, Lively took control and drove the car while Reynolds rode shotgun. As Reynolds tells it, they narrowly made it to the hospital before needing the medical staff’s assistance with the final push. Even during intense childbirth, Lively displayed her fierce spirit and determination by getting herself, Reynolds, and their soon-to-be-born infant to the hospital safely. Reynolds has praised his wife’s focus and capability throughout the dramatic ride. Blake Lively is not one to take the backseat, even while on the way to deliver their child. Her self-reliance kept panic at bay and got her the care she needed.

7. They Named their First Born Daughter After Ryan Reynold鈥檚 Father

When Reynolds and Lively welcomed their first child in 2014, they chose to honor Reynolds’ family in the baby name they selected. The couple named their daughter James. As it turns out, the name James holds great significance for Reynolds; it was his late father’s first name. Bypassing the moniker James to their little girl, Reynolds, and Lively created a touching tribute to the paternal grandfather their daughter would never meet. Though an uncommon name for her sex, baby James Reynolds entered the world with a name representing family history and cherished memories. It links her to the grandfather she tragically lost too soon.

8. They had their third child in Secret Completely Away from Media Eyes

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are pros at keeping major life events under wraps, and the birth of their third child was no exception. After welcoming daughters James and Inez in 2014 and 2016, respectively, the couple carefully concealed Lively’s latest pregnancy in 2019. They divulged no details to the public before or after the birth. As with their 2012 wedding and James’ arrival, Reynolds and Lively granted no media access and made no formal announcement about their growing family. By the time Reynolds spilled the beans, they had successfully enjoyed months of privacy bonding with their infant out of the spotlight, as planned.

9. Ryan Reynolds remembers the exact moment he knew she was 鈥楾he One鈥

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Ryan Reynolds can recall the instant he realized she was destined to be his lifelong companion. According to Reynolds, it took place on an impromptu, passionate trip that the couple went on. Reynolds was deeply affected by some quiet time spent outside about a year into their relationship when they were unwinding together at a charming inn. He tells of being “lost in her thoughts” and realizing all of a sudden that he wanted to spend the rest of his life getting lost with Lively. Reynolds will always remember this commonplace yet profound epiphany as the unmistakable feeling that his soul mate was sitting next to him. He vowed then to work with her to create a future together.

10. Ryan Reynolds Boasts Being a Proud Father of Daughters

As a proud father of three daughters, Ryan Reynolds embraces being a total 鈥済irl dad.” After years of raising only baby girls with their wife Blake Lively, Reynolds boasts about being outnumbered by women. He talks often about adoring his role as father to James, Inez, and his youngest daughter, whose privacy they strongly protect. Reynolds claims experiencing fatherhood through girls alone has opened his eyes to the barriers women face. He now advocates fiercely for issues like equitable pay and reproductive rights. Though Reynolds jokes he鈥檒l require 鈥測ears of therapy鈥 when his girls date, he remains grateful for his ladies and the unique insights they bring him.

11. They are not done having Kids as there Could be More on the Way

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively already have their hands full with three energetic daughters, but Reynolds hasn’t ruled out expanding their family even more in the coming years. When asked in 2022 whether he wants to have more children, Reynolds gave an enthusiastic ‘yes!’ While another baby isn’t confirmed yet for the busy actors, Reynolds claims he and Lively ‘would love to have more’ if they get the chance. The couple still has ample time to welcome a couple of extra sons or daughters should they desire. For now, Reynolds is focused on cherishing each moment with their current happy brood built on his and Lively鈥檚 partnership and affection.

12. Ryan proved to be a Smuggler when he Secretly Sneaked an Apple Pie

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Ryan Reynolds once covertly transported a special Canadian apple pie across the U.S. border to satisfy a craving of their wife Blake Lively while she was pregnant. Reynolds took the illegal pie pickup as a challenge, managing to secret the contraband dessert from both U.S. and Canadian customs officials. By pulling off this sweet smuggling operation, he not only fulfilled his pregnant wife鈥檚 request but also got to enjoy his nostalgic, hometown treat with her. For Reynolds, facing border security was a small price for sharing a beloved taste of home with his wife.

13. They have Dedicated their Lives to Philanthropy by Helping the Needy

Ryan and Blake have emerged as a philanthropic powerhouse, generously giving their time and money to causes aligned with their values. After Reynolds struggled with anxiety, he and Lively donated money to the Canadian charity Anxiety Alliance. In 2022 when Reynolds sold his gin company for over six hundred million dollars, he and Lively pledged to donate a significant portion to a variety of charities. Between volunteering, fundraising, awareness initiatives, and personal donations, Reynolds and Lively strive to leverage their fortune and fame for positive change. Their humanitarian efforts touch lives worldwide.

14. They Were Both in Separate Relationships When they First Met

When Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds first crossed paths, romance was not on their minds. At the time, Lively had been dating her Gossip Girl co-star Penn Badgley for several years, while Reynolds was married to actress Scarlett Johansson. At first, Lively and Reynolds saw each other as nothing more than platonic co-workers when filming their movie together. After splitting, their friendship soon blossomed into love. Lively has said she and Reynolds kept things strictly professional while on the Green Lantern set out of respect for their committed relationships of the past. But the timing was fatefully right for them to find each other soon after.

15. Food has been part of their lives and at the Core of Their Romance

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Food has played a central role in the love story between Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. As Reynolds tells it, he and Lively shared an epic sushi dinner in Boston within days of her split from an ex, chatting for hours and realizing their bond ran deeper. For Lively’s first Mother’s Day, Reynolds handmade her bacon. And the couple continuously gushes about ‘divine meals and wine’ in their celebrations. Even amidst their whirlwind Hollywood careers and parenting, Reynolds and Lively dedicate time to breaking bread, pairing fine wines, baking together, and enjoying cozy date nights, with food at the heart of their family and marriage.

16. Family is at the Center of Everything they Do

For celebrity power couple Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, family is at the heart of everything. They have made their family their top priority. They named their first child James after Reynolds鈥 late father to honor his memory. Lively鈥檚 dream Southern wedding celebrated joining their two families. Both stars openly gush about parenthood鈥檚 joys and their total love for daughters James, Inez, and their third baby girl. Reynolds calls his role as father 鈥渢he best thing I鈥檒l ever do.鈥 Between kids鈥 births, Reynolds and Lively sneak in Parents鈥 Night Out dates together as often as their schedules allow among other activities with family.

17. The Two have Openly shown Competition as to Who is Better at Trolling

Reynolds and Blake Lively share a mischievous, competitive streak when it comes to good-naturedly trolling one another. Whether celebrating weddings anniversaries and birthdays with jabs on social media or poking fun in interviews, the couple is always game to one-up each other鈥檚 trolling antics. For example, Reynolds marked Lively鈥檚 2022 birthday by roasting her with unflattering photos. And Lively cropped Reynolds entirely out of a cheeky photo with Taylor Swift. From Reynolds鈥 jabs about Lively 鈥渕aking him drink鈥 gin to her teasing his YouTube channel, this Hollywood power duo delights in upping the ante to creatively mock and surprise each other.

18. They tend to Turn Rumors into Social Media Jokes

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They have mastered the art of humorously shutting down rumors with ongoing jokes across their social media. After tabloid reports falsely claimed their marriage was struggling in 2019, the creative couple sprang into action. Reynolds tweeted a sarcastic reaction joking about their 鈥渟teamy鈥 troubles and marital woes as the internet鈥檚 鈥渢rustworthy鈥 news source. When rumors flew about Lively鈥檚 third pregnancy in 2019, Reynolds again poked fun online about the 鈥渉appiness鈥 she seemed to be hiding. For this witty, tight-knit couple, turning gossip into farcical bits bonds them together while cutting off dramatic headlines at the pass.

19. The Couples Vowed Never to Take Film Projects at the Same Time 

Reynolds and Lively have made a pact that they will never work on filming movies at the same time, no matter how alluring a role opportunity might be. Soon after marrying in 2012 and starting a family, the actors agreed to alternate projects to ensure one parent is always available for childcare while the other tackles work obligations. Even as two of Hollywood鈥檚 most in-demand stars, Reynolds and Lively stand firmly united in their commitment to regularly be hands-on, actively present parents together. Though balancing two busy acting careers poses logistical challenges, the spouses coordinate schedules to maximize time with their three daughters.

20. They Both Have Lookalikes on TikTok

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Ryan and Lively were amused to discover they each have doppelgangers gaining fame on TikTok. They have warmly embraced their real-life stand-ins. Reynolds cheekily commented that his lookalike was “way better looking than me!!” And Urbas feels the love from Lively’s fans requesting she continue creating content echoing the star’s style and charm. Though not their true twins, these everyday people charmingly reflect the essence of Reynolds and Lively to them.

After over a decade together, Blake and Ryan’s infectious chemistry and obvious admiration for one another remain stronger than ever. Their lighthearted approach to life and love in the spotlight continues to captivate me and prove why their charming romance stands out as an authentic and laugh-out-loud Hollywood fairytale come to life.

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