Fans of Taylor Swift are expressing their frustration with a recent interaction involving Blake Lively and the media. The actress was promoting her new movie, It Ends With Us, in London when a reporter from Access Hollywood asked her about the recent terror threat that led to the cancellation of three of Swift’s Eras Tour shows in Vienna.
The reporter questioned Lively about her level of concern regarding the situation in Vienna. Lively, maintaining her composure, responded briefly, “Oh my gosh, I mean how terrifying, but thank goodness that they are completely on top of that.” She then appeared to walk away from the reporter, signaling her desire to end the conversation on the topic.
Despite Lively’s attempt to manage the situation gracefully, many fans took to social media to criticize the question as “insensitive.” They argued that it was inappropriate to ask Lively, who was there to discuss her own film, about Swift’s personal and ongoing security issues.
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One TikTok user expressed support for Lively, stating, “Blake is so right for immediately stepping away,” while another commenter called the reporter’s question “So unwarranted.” Many shared their discomfort with the timing of the question, noting that it was not the moment to delve into such a sensitive issue.
Critics also pointed out that Lively, 36, should not be held accountable for addressing concerns about her friend Swift, especially as the pop star has yet to make a public statement about the threat or the canceled concerts. Swift, 34, has not commented publicly on the matter, but Taylor Nation has announced that fans who purchased tickets to the canceled Vienna shows will receive refunds within ten business days.
Overall, the backlash highlights the ongoing scrutiny and pressure faced by celebrities, even when they are not directly involved in the situation at hand.
