Blake Lively, best known for her role in «Gossip Girl», recently celebrated her 39th birthday. To mark the occasion, the actress’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, decided to share a rare glimpse into their family life with his followers.

Reynolds, known for his trademark self-deprecating humor, congratulated his wife in his own unmistakable style:

«August 25 is the Super Bowl of our family. Happy birthday to the best person I know. You’re not just another brave and incredibly kind genius. You’re also obscenely cute. I know how lucky I am that you were born. Every time I hit my head, your life is the one that flashes before my eyes», the «Deadpool» star wrote affectionately alongside a series of candid family photos.

In some of the pictures, Blake is seen lovingly embracing her husband, while others feature their children, whom the couple makes every effort to keep out of the public eye.

Reynolds and Lively are parents to four children: 11-year-old James, nine-year-old Inez, six-year-old Betty and three-year-old Olin.

Ryan and Blake’s love story began in 2010 on the set of the film «Green Lantern». The couple married in 2012 and are now regarded as one of Hollywood’s most solid families.

However, the past few years have been far from entirely smooth for the couple. Following Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s work on the film «It Ends with Us», a serious conflict arose between the actors and eventually escalated into a high-profile legal dispute. According to Variety, the actress is now set to receive around $407,000 in reimbursement for costs related to the legal proceedings, although Lively had initially sought approximately $8 million.

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The construction of a luxury estate owned by Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds in New York has reportedly turned into a prolonged project plagued by financial issues. According to TMZ, several contractors claim they are owed more than $2 million and have already filed lawsuits.

The dispute concerns the couple’s estate in Lewisboro, a property spanning more than 40 hectares that they purchased back in 2018. Media reports state that in April, five contractors and subcontractors filed legal claims alleging they had not been paid for completed work. The total amount in dispute is said to be approximately $2.1 million.

The largest claim was filed by FlowCon Inc., which alleges it is owed more than $1.35 million for work that included structural framing, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical installations, drywall, masonry, waterproofing, painting, and more. Other contractors are also seeking payment for unpaid services, including the construction of a copper roof, metalwork, carpentry, geothermal excavation, and septic system installation.

The project itself reportedly involved the construction of a sprawling 1,350-square-meter mansion, along with a separate pool house, gym, and other luxury amenities – effectively creating a full-scale private estate.

According to unofficial reports, construction work began slowing down toward the end of last year, and by 2026 the project had allegedly been put on hold entirely.

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The rock band Green Day, which has been around since 1987, received their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The official ceremony took place recently in Los Angeles and attracted a crowd of enthusiastic fans.

 

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The biggest surprise for Billie Joe Armstrong, Tré Cool, and Mike Dirnt was the unexpected appearance of actor Ryan Reynolds. The «Deadpool» star walked on stage to a standing ovation and gave a speech in honor of his favorite band. In a comment to the San Francisco Chronicle, he said:

«These guys balance nostalgia and progress. I don’t think any other band could last this long and stay this productive without an internal sense of integrity. That’s the foundation of who they are.»

 

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Incidentally, Reynolds recently recorded his own version of Green Day’s 1997 hit «Good Riddance» especially for the film «Deadpool & Wolverine».

During the ceremony, lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong admitted that the event stirred deep emotions in him:

«It feels like my own funeral,» he joked. «This is for my mom. For her, this is like the Super Bowl,» he added more seriously.

 

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Receiving the star marked a significant moment for Green Day, a recognition of their impact across multiple generations of listeners.

Forbes magazine has published its ranking of the highest-paid actors of 2024. The calculations were based on data from agents, managers, lawyers, IMDbPro, and other sources. Earnings unrelated to the film industry were not included in the estimates.

Topping the list is Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson, who also led the ranking in 2020. Over the year, he earned $88 million, with the majority coming from his roles in Red One and Moana 2.

Ryan Reynolds followed closely, adding $85 million to his bank account. Johnson’s co-star in Red Notice and Fast & Furious received substantial paychecks for his roles in Deadpool & Wolverine, IF, and the documentary Welcome to Wrexham.

Kevin Hart secured the third spot with $81 million. He starred in Lift and The Heist, both produced for Netflix.

Others in the top ten include Jerry Seinfeld ($60 million), Hugh Jackman ($50 million), Brad Pitt ($32 million), George Clooney ($31 million), and Adam Sandler ($26 million).

The highest-paid actress was Nicole Kidman, earning $31 million, placing her 9th overall.

Also featured on the list are Will Smith ($26 million) and Channing Tatum ($24 million).