Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Celebrate with PDA and Animated Cheers at Wrexham AFC’s Promotion Victory in Wales

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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Celebrate Wrexham AFC’s Promotion Amid Legal Drama

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds found a reason to celebrate this weekend as their football club, Wrexham AFC, secured promotion to the Championship with a 3-0 victory over Charlton Athletic. The couple, alongside co-owner Rob McElhenney, cheered enthusiastically from the stands, with Blake captured mid-jump as goals sealed the team’s third promotion in three seasons.

A Triumph for Wrexham
Reynolds and McElhenney purchased the Welsh club for £2 million in 2020 when it was in non-league football. Their investment and passion have transformed Wrexham, culminating in this latest success. Ahead of the match, Reynolds, 48, endeared himself to fans by pouring pints at the stadium bar, while Blake, 37, mingled with supporters, signing autographs and posing for selfies in a chic gray blazer adorned with the team’s badge.

[Image: Blake and Ryan celebrating in the stands; caption: The couple cheered as Wrexham secured promotion to the Championship.]

Legal Battles Loom
The joyous outing comes amid a bitter legal feud between Lively and her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. In December 2023, Blake sued Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation, which he denied, countersuing for $400 million in defamation. The case is set for trial in 2026. Despite the controversy, Wrexham fans remain loyal. Local café owner Harry Gould praised Reynolds: “He’s done so much for the club and town. We fully back him.”

[Image: Blake and Justin Baldoni on set; caption: Lively and Baldoni’s legal battle continues amid the film’s promotion.]

Time100 Gala Backlash
Days earlier, Blake faced criticism after her speech at the Time100 Gala, where she revealed her mother, Elaine, survived an assault by a coworker. While honoring women’s resilience, she hinted at her own struggles, stating, “I have so much to say about the last two years, but tonight is not the forum.” Critics called the revelation a “PR move,” given her silence on domestic violence during her film’s promotion.

Body language experts noted tension between Blake and Ryan at the event, though Reynolds later praised her: “I’m incredibly in awe of my wife.” The couple, married since 2012, share four children and have become synonymous with Wrexham’s revival.

[Image: Blake at the Time100 Gala; caption: Lively’s speech drew mixed reactions for addressing her mother’s trauma.]

A Community Transformed
Wrexham’s success story under Reynolds and McElhenney has revitalized the town, with fans embracing the Hollywood duo. Blake’s Instagram post ahead of the match—“Let’s go boys @wrexham_afc”—epitomized their hands-on involvement. Despite personal challenges, their commitment to the club remains unwavering, blending glamour with grassroots passion.

[Image: Ryan pouring pints for fans; caption: Reynolds bonded with supporters ahead of the decisive match.]

As Wrexham ascends to the Championship, the couple’s journey—marked by both triumph and turmoil—reflects their resilience, proving that even amidst controversy, their bond with the team and its community stands strong.

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