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The entangled relationships within Hollywood significantly affected Lively's reputation, especially the high-profile love triangle involving Ryan Reynolds, Scarlett Johansson, and herself. While she was still dating Penn Badgley, whispers circulated about Blake and Ryan’s chemistry during the filming of Green Lantern. Janet O’Brien's deleted tweet hinted that their romance blossomed while Ryan was still married to Johansson. The aura surrounding the couple’s beginnings only fueled speculation and resentment, particularly as Johansson later hinted at struggles with balancing her success with Ryan's, hinting at considerable tension in their respective relationships.