Is Blake Lively Trying to Silence Her Critics? A Shocking Legal Attack on Pro-Baldoni Influencers Turns Ugly

Blake Lively is stirring up a storm of controversy after sending subpoenas to Google demanding sensitive personal information about YouTubers who have been critical of her lawsuit against It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. In a move that has raised eyebrows across the internet, Lively’s legal team has targeted both high-profile influencers and smaller creators, asking for private details including bank accounts, phone numbers, and addresses. Is this a calculated attempt to intimidate critics, or a desperate move by a star who’s losing control of her narrative?

The subpoenas, which were served on July 3, demand that at least 16 content creators, including some of YouTube’s most outspoken voices, hand over everything from their email addresses to their credit card information. The legal documents even ask for records of every session these influencers have had since May 2024, including specific IP addresses, login times, and any personal details related to their accounts.

Among the influencers who received these subpoenas are well-known figures like Candace Owens, Andy Signore, and Perez Hilton, as well as smaller creators like Florida-based Lauren Neidigh, who only has around 20,000 subscribers. These creators, some of whom have millions of followers, are furious. They’ve accused Lively of using her celebrity power to silence them, and they’re not backing down.

A Legal Battle Turned Personal

The subpoenas are part of Lively’s ongoing legal battle with Baldoni, which has escalated since their tumultuous time filming It Ends With Us. The lawsuit, which alleges sexual harassment and a smear campaign orchestrated by Baldoni against Lively, has turned into a media frenzy, and it appears the actress is trying to control the narrative — at any cost.

Lively’s critics are calling this latest move a “shady” attempt to intimidate independent journalists and influencers who’ve been following and commenting on the case. Influencers who have long voiced their concerns about the lawsuit say this is more than just a legal dispute — it’s an attempt to shut down free speech. For many, the subpoena feels like a direct attack on their ability to voice opinions without fear of retribution.

Targeting Influencers: A Tactic to Control the Narrative?

One of the most vocal critics of Lively’s move is Andy Signore, the host of Popcorned Planet. He’s convinced that this is more than just a legal tactic — it’s an attempt to silence him and his sources. According to Signore, the subpoenas could be part of a wider strategy to uncover the identities of crew members who spoke to him anonymously for his upcoming documentary It Ends With Justice. He claims that these crew members wanted to share their side of the story about Lively’s behavior on set, but were terrified of backlash from the industry.

In a heated statement to DailyMail.com, Signore didn’t hold back. “It’s shocking, not because I have anything to hide, but because she thinks she can just bully and intimidate independent journalists. I won’t let her. My lawyers and I will be fighting all of it.”

Signore’s not the only one who’s concerned. Florida-based creator Lauren Neidigh, who covers the case on her channel, said she was stunned when she first received the subpoena notice. “I thought it was a scam at first,” she admitted. “But when I realized it was real, I was in complete shock. I’m just a small creator — I never imagined I would be dragged into something like this.”

Neidigh, like many others, plans to fight back. “I intend to file my own motion to quash and fight her myself,” she declared. But not all the targeted creators have the financial means to challenge the subpoenas, leaving smaller channels vulnerable to Lively’s legal onslaught.

The Bigger Picture: What is Blake Lively Really After?

Critics are beginning to suspect that Lively’s legal team isn’t just after the influencers for their opinions. Some believe the actress is trying to unearth a larger conspiracy — specifically, to prove that Baldoni has been paying or otherwise manipulating content creators to attack her. Neidigh believes Lively is attempting to prove that Baldoni’s camp orchestrated a smear campaign against her.

“Maybe she thinks it’ll show people were paid or benefitted in some way to cover her case,” Neidigh speculated. “But that’s absolutely not true. I started covering the case because I’m genuinely interested in the lawsuit, not because I’ve been paid to do so.”

For Signore, the subpoenas are a tool for something much darker. He argues that Lively is trying to unmask the people who have spoken anonymously in his documentary, which features interviews with crew members who are critical of the actress. According to Signore, Lively’s legal actions are part of a coordinated effort to intimidate and control the people who are speaking out against her.

“I’m not going to betray my sources, and I won’t let her use her celebrity power to bully me into silence,” Signore added. “This whole thing feels like a witch hunt, and I’m not backing down.”

The Shocking Claims and the Legal Fallout

As the drama unfolds, Lively’s legal team has denied any wrongdoing. In fact, they’ve claimed that the subpoenas were necessary to gather evidence related to the lawsuit and protect her reputation. But many aren’t convinced. They argue that Lively is crossing a line by using her celebrity status to intimidate smaller, independent creators who are simply reporting on the case.

For Owens, who has millions of followers on social media, the situation is more than just a legal matter — it’s personal. “It feels like a graduation ceremony of sorts for me and all my podcast listeners,” Owens quipped in a video, expressing both frustration and disbelief. “But this is meant to be a hit. It’s supposed to make us look bad.”

Others have pointed out the absurdity of the situation. Why is Lively targeting small creators who are simply commenting on the case? Some of the influencers, like Owens and Signore, have received more extensive demands than smaller creators, including requests for any communications with Baldoni or his co-defendants. Owens, in particular, was disturbed by the fact that TMZ had received news of her subpoena before she even did.

But for Neidigh and others, the fight is about more than just avoiding legal consequences. It’s about protecting the freedom of independent creators to speak out without fear of legal retaliation. “This is going to have a chilling effect on independent creators covering the case,” Neidigh warned. “It’s scary, but I’m going to stick up for myself.”

A Legal Battle with No End in Sight

As Lively’s legal team continues to target influencers and journalists, it’s clear that this lawsuit is far from over. With each new legal move, the stakes get higher. Is Lively’s team trying to intimidate critics into silence, or is this just a part of a larger, more strategic legal maneuver? And with the added complexity of celebrities like Ryan Reynolds — Lively’s husband — possibly being involved behind the scenes, the drama surrounding the It Ends With Us lawsuit is far from over.

Stay tuned, because with every subpoena and every new twist, the true motives behind Lively’s legal blitz are only just beginning to come to light. The battle for control of the narrative is heating up, and the question remains: Who will come out on top in this celebrity showdown?