Blake Lively displayed ‘reserved sadness’ at Met Gala 2026 after shocking Justin Baldoni settlement: body language expert
Blake Lively exhibited signs of 'reserved sadness' and discomfort at the Met Gala 2026, according to body language experts analyzing her public appearance following a legal settlement with Justin Baldoni. Experts noted inconsistent smiles, tension, and controlled gestures that suggested she was managing her emotions carefully. The settlement, related to their off-screen feud during the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' was resolved privately with a joint statement emphasizing pride in the film and support for domestic violence awareness.
- ▪Blake Lively displayed a 'reserved sadness' and signs of discomfort at the Met Gala 2026, according to behavior analyst Traci Brown.
- ▪Body language expert Darren Stanton observed that Lively’s smiles lacked genuine engagement, with no activation of eye or cheek muscles typically seen in authentic expressions.
- ▪Lively and Justin Baldoni settled their legal dispute after their feud during the production of the 2024 film 'It Ends With Us.',
- ▪Both parties released a joint statement expressing pride in the film and a shared commitment to supporting domestic violence survivors.
- ▪Stanton noted Lively made power gestures like chin thrusts but also showed tension, lip compression, and irritation with her dress during the red carpet event.
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Celebrity News exclusive Blake Lively displayed ‘reserved sadness’ at Met Gala 2026 after shocking Justin Baldoni settlement: body language expert By Leah Bitsky and Bernie Zilio Published May 5, 2026, 1:34 p.m. ET Blake Lively displayed a “reserved sadness” and “signs of discomfort” at the Met Gala 2026 after she and Justin Baldoni settled their nasty court battle, according to multiple body language experts. “Primarily, she’s radiating happiness with that big open-mouth smile. And in a couple of other moments, we see a closed-mouth smile that doesn’t quite reach all the way to her eyes,” behavior analyst Traci Brown exclusively told Page Six Tuesday. “There’s a reserved sadness there,” Brown continued. “Could these be a reflection of the settlement? Absolutely.
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