It looks like Anna Kendrick has officially outshined Blake Lively in their latest movie, leaving fans wondering just how many more losses Blake can take before she steps back from the spotlight. With the weight of legal drama involving Justin Baldoni already on her shoulders, this is the last thing Blake needed. But as it turns out, her so-called “mean girl energy” might be catching up to her, and it’s not looking good.

The Origins of the Feud

You would think that after co-starring in A Simple Favor, Anna and Blake would have become close or at least kept things professional. But sources suggest the two had beef from the start. Some believe the tension traces back to 2016 when Anna Kendrick made a lighthearted comment about Taylor Swift, Blake’s bestie. Anna joked in an interview that she could never be as polished as Taylor, saying she preferred a more cynical, sarcastic vibe. Blake, however, didn’t find it funny.

Fast forward to the press tour for A Simple Favor, and things were visibly tense. Just like the awkwardness between Blake and Justin Baldoni during the It Ends with Us press events, the chemistry—or lack thereof—between Anna and Blake became impossible to ignore. Reports claim behind-the-scenes interactions were just as uncomfortable, with the two keeping their distance whenever possible.

The Sequel Drama

Despite the rumored tension, the studio moved forward with A Simple Favor 2. Fans were shocked because the two actresses hadn’t been in the same room for years. Sources claim Anna was hesitant to return since she found Blake’s personality unbearable, but director Paul Feig was determined to make it work.

On set, things reportedly got so bad that the production team had to keep Anna and Blake separated to avoid conflict. For a while, it seemed like the sequel might never happen. Insiders have whispered for years that Blake is difficult to work with, and it appears Anna Kendrick got firsthand experience of it.

Anna Kendrick Steals the Show

Despite all the drama, Anna Kendrick’s performance in the sequel is already earning rave reviews from test screenings, while Blake’s performance has received a lukewarm reception at best. Sources claim Blake was furious when she saw early audience reactions, leading her to refuse to promote the film. Essentially, she was sabotaging her own project just because Anna was getting more praise. Imagine losing out on a major movie just because someone else is the main character—yikes.

Amazon had no choice but to push forward with the movie since they had invested heavily in it. Early reactions were too good to scrap the project, but fans had no idea the offscreen drama nearly derailed the entire film.

Blake Lively’s Hollywood Downfall?

This isn’t the only career setback for Blake Lively. Rumors suggest she was snubbed by the Golden Globes earlier this year, with insiders claiming she wasn’t welcome. And let’s not forget her noticeable absence from the 2025 Super Bowl, an event where she was once seen enjoying the spotlight alongside Taylor Swift and Ice Spice.

Even though Amazon managed to pull off A Simple Favor 2, Blake might be burning some serious Hollywood bridges. The industry appears to be slowly but surely distancing itself from her. If things keep going this way, she might soon be remembered only as Ryan Reynolds’ wife, Taylor Swift’s ex-bestie, and the first human to befriend dragons in a movie.

The Final Verdict

Neither Anna Kendrick nor Blake Lively have publicly addressed the drama, but their interactions during press events and interviews have spoken volumes. With Blake seemingly losing favor in Hollywood and Anna Kendrick proving she can carry a film on her own, it’s clear who the real winner is. Whether Blake can recover from this or if this marks the beginning of her downfall remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure—Anna Kendrick just secured her spot in the spotlight, and she’s not letting go anytime soon.