Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' Epic Trolling Escapades

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, a couple married since 2012, have gained a reputation for their adept use of social media, particularly in engaging in playful banter at each other's expense.

Continue scrolling to revisit Lively and Reynolds' most ruthless trolling instances.

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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ Most Savage Trolling Moments

All’s fair in love and trolling wars — just ask Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.

The couple, who tied the knot in 2012, are renowned for their clever and humorous social media posts, frequently targeting their well-known partner.

Reynolds enjoys teasing his spouse about her tendency to close her eyes in pictures, playfully suggesting she possesses supernatural fidelity, and joking about her unfollowing him on Instagram. On the other hand, The Shallows star delights in playfully exposing her husband's less-than-impressive motorcycle abilities, showcasing his strength while rescuing a turtle, and playfully chastising his preference for pie over cake on his birthday.

Keep scrolling to relive Lively and Reynolds’ most savage trolling moments.

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When Ryan Said He Would Use Blake as a 'Human Shield'

Ah, the early days of the Reynolds' savagery. In an interview with David Letterman following the birth of their first daughter, James, the Deadpool actor revealed a significant shift in his priorities. He confessed, "Once upon a time, I would tell Blake, 'I would take a bullet for you. I could never love anything as much as I love you.' That was my mantra to my wife," sharing this sentiment during a February 2015 episode of The Late Show. However, everything changed when I gazed into our baby's eyes for the first time. In that precise moment, I knew that if we were ever under threat, I would unhesitatingly use my wife as a human shield to safeguard our child."

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When Blake Made Fun of Ryan’s Lack of Motorcycle Skills

Reynolds uploaded a snapshot on Instagram in May 2015, depicting a man skillfully maneuvering a motorcycle without clutching onto it. In his caption, he humorously advised against attempting such a feat at home. However, his spouse promptly brought him back to reality with her witty response: "...Because he already tried!! @vancityreynolds just shared some invaluable guidance, but there's a tiny aspect he overlooked. #Hypocrite#I'dGive70dollarsColdHardCashToWhoeverCouldResistHim #TooInLike."

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When Ryan Wished Billy Ray Cyrus, Not Blake, a Happy Birthday

Lively celebrates her birthday on the same day as the renowned country singer, a fact that Reynolds playfully acknowledged in August 2016. "Sending the happiest, most enchanting birthday greetings to Billy Ray Cyrus. I adore you wholeheartedly," he shared on Twitter. "And to my beloved wife, Happy Birthday as well!"

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When Ryan Claimed Jake Gyllenhaal Was a Better Cook Than Blake

“My wife is incredibly talented in the kitchen, but I have to admit, Jake might just have a slight edge,” Reynolds stated during a March 2017 appearance on Good Morning America. When host Michael Strahan playfully suggested that his Life costar might not appreciate the comparison, the quick-witted Definitely, Maybe actor jokingly responded, “I better start packing my bags! In fact, I'll just move out right here, right now, under this desk. I'm already making arrangements.”

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When Blake Called John Legend the ‘Best Man I Know’

Being named one of Time's 100 most influential people should be an esteemed accolade, but in April 2017, Reynolds had his moment overshadowed by Legend. "Congratulations to the most influential person in my life," Lively playfully remarked on Instagram. "The epitome of the finest man I have the pleasure of knowing... you truly deserve this @time 100 honor... If only my beloved husband wasn't photobombing you in this shot. My sincerest apologies @johnlegend."

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When Blake Mistook Ryan Gosling for Her Hubby

The Proposal star shaded his wife on her birthday by cropping her out of an Instagram photo, but she retaliated when his birthday came around in October 2017. “Happy birthday, baby,” captioned Lively, sharing a picture of Reynolds and Gosling, with the former removed from the shot.

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When They Traded Barbs About Affairs on Valentine’s Day

Lively playfully teased Reynolds in February 2018 about his lack of proficiency with a cellphone. “Why won’t this damn app swipe right?!?!!” she playfully remarked in the comments section of his Instagram post. Reynolds cleverly replied, “Because it’s the E-Harmony app.” The Shallows star joined in on the banter, asking, “Can you show me how to download that? Ever since Ashley Madison closed, I’ve been so lonely.” The Just Friends actor cheekily retorted, “Awww. Happy Valentine’s Day.”

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When Ryan Responded to Split Rumors by Saying He Wanted More 'Me Time'

When news broke in March 2018 about the couple's struggle to find quality time for each other, Reynolds turned the situation into a humorous moment. Taking to Twitter, he playfully remarked, "I wish I could have a little 'me time.'"

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When They Reflected on the Good Times

Lively enthusiastically praised the intricate braid she had skillfully created in an Instagram post from April 2018, inadvertently neglecting Reynolds in the process. "One aspect of this photo that fills me with infinite pride is the remarkable hair styling that I accomplished on my own," she expressed. In response, he commented, "I was incredibly content during that period."

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When Blake Unfollowed Ryan

This wasn't just a moment of trolling, it was actually part of her job! For promotional purposes, Lively temporarily unfollowed several accounts, including her husband's, to generate buzz for her film A Simple Favor in May 2018. When asked about this move, the Green Lantern actor expressed his hurt by saying, "It really hurts. Discovering that I've been unfollowed, especially from my own wife, is a terrible way to find out that I've been kicked out of the house. It's absolutely awful. I can't fathom where that kind of anger comes from."

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When Blake Admitted She Keeps Secrets From Ryan

Reynolds playfully nudged his wife, urging her to divulge the storyline of A Simple Favor back in May 2018. However, the actress, known for her role in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, didn't succumb to his pleas. "Oh, darling, out of all the secrets I'm concealing from you, this should be the LEAST of your worries," she joked on Twitter. "trust me."

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When Blake Wanted to Cheat on Ryan With Anna Kendrick

“@annakendrick47 is like a hotter, more feminine version of my husband… so does it really even count as cheating??” Lively questioned her Instagram followers about her co-star in Simple Favor back in June 2018. Reynolds gracefully accepted the jest, responding, “This is truly the most ambitious crossover event in history. I will miss you both. Please share my story.”

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When Ryan Complimented Blake’s New Guy

Lively shared a captivating still from her movie A Simple Favor on Instagram in September 2018. The image showcased her character confidently towering over a man dressed in revealing attire, extending a martini towards her. Reynolds playfully chimed in with a comment, stating, "He appears to be friendly."

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When Ryan Accused Blake of Supernatural Infidelity

In November 2018, Reynolds expressed surprise and disbelief when he came across a news outlet's tweet about a woman insisting that she has had sexual encounters with 20 spirits and is currently engaged to one of them.

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When Blake Ripped Into Ryan’s ‘Detective Pikachu’ Role

Reynolds shared a video on Twitter in February 2019, where Lively playfully teased her husband's role as the voice of the main character in Pokémon Detective Pikachu. "I mean, he didn't even alter his voice. It sounds exactly like him," she remarked. When Reynolds mentioned that their daughters would appreciate his work in the movie, Lively chuckled and replied, "We have no plans to attend."

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When Ryan Did the Birthday Gal Dirty

The Free Guy actor marked Lively’s 32nd birthday in August 2019 by posting an Instagram slideshow of photos in which she has her eyes closed or is cropped out of the frame.

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When Ryan Didn’t Want Blake to Give Birth

After receiving a fan's comment in August 2019, jokingly stating "Get that baby outta there!" on a photo capturing Lively's baby bump, Reynolds couldn't resist responding with a message for their third child: "I keep whispering, 'Stay in …'"

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When Blake Mocked Ryan for Wanting Pie for His Birthday

Lively playfully teased her husband on his 44th birthday in October 2020. "1) Can you believe this guy chose a birthday pie?" she wrote alongside two Instagram photos showing Reynolds grinning as he received a pie adorned with candles. "2) And to top it off, he actually ate the pie without blowing out the candles first. That's our @vancityreynolds for you! Happy Birthday! It's honestly amazing that we're still married."

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When Blake Revealed Her Favorite Canadian Things

The Los Angeles native revealed in December 2020 that Vancouver, Canada, her husband’s hometown, holds a special place in her heart with four beloved items. These include delectable desserts such as ice cream, doughnuts, and pie. She also mentioned the fourth favorite, which happens to be @askforluigi, alongside a captivating snapshot of a delectable cake, cookies, and more from this renowned restaurant. Lively playfully teased her husband with a Deadpool gif placed discreetly in the corner of the image.

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When Blake Implied She’d Rather Be a Couple With Gigi Hadid

Lively playfully mocked Reynolds while celebrating the model's 26th birthday in April 2021. In an Instagram Story photo, she sat between her husband and her friend and captioned it, "Happy Birthday @gigihadid. I believe you and I are a more suitable couple."

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When He Flexed His Muscles While Saving a Turtle

"Do we really have to believe that this post isn't about your incredibly fit arms?" Lively questioned her husband in an Instagram direct message after he shared a picture of a turtle hiding beneath his car, which he eventually took down.

In July 2021, while participating in the rescue operation, Reynolds' muscular arms were prominently displayed, and Lively made sure to highlight this on her Instagram Story. "But hold on, there's more," she captioned one of the close-up shots. "You can thank me later." Alongside one of the arm pictures, the actress from California included a GIF of whipped cream and a cherry on top, and she added fireworks to another.

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When Ryan Praised Mariah Carey on Blake’s Birthday

Reynolds expressed his utmost admiration for an unforgettable incident that occurred on August 25th. Sharing a TikTok video featuring Carey, who is not his spouse, on the occasion of her 34th birthday, the actor took to his Instagram Story in August 2021 to convey his sentiments.

In the video, Carey can be seen performing her hit song “Fantasy” while Reynolds is seen loading his page. As soon as the actor starts lip-syncing and gracefully moves his arms like a butterfly, the Grammy award winner gives him a significant look of disapproval, much to his delight. "I am still trying to recover from that piercing gaze," he remarked on Carey's original post.

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When Blake Started Her Own Drink Brand

Lively made a playful reference to Reynolds' Aviation Gin when she introduced her non-alcoholic mixers, Betty Buzz, in September 2021. "Well, it's certainly not another celebrity alcohol, right? Say hello to @BettyBuzz mixers," she tweeted. In response, he quipped, "Fortunately, they pair exquisitely with @AviationGin. Just a coincidence? Or is there a conspiracy? Hard to say."

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When Blake Called Out Ryan For Taking an Acting ‘Sabbatical’

In response to the Spirited actor's Instagram announcement about taking a break from acting to prioritize family time, Blake playfully teased him in the comments on October 17. She humorously referenced Michael Caine, who had recently hinted at potentially retiring from acting in an earlier interview.

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When Ryan Went Hiking With Blake's Earrings

During November 2021, the renowned actor of Red Notice took to Instagram to share a captivating moment as he enjoyed a leisurely walk alongside his beloved wife. Reynolds, all geared up for his hiking adventure, advised his followers to indulge in the calming and refreshing experience of wandering through the enchanting woods. In a humorous twist, the accompanying photo only captured half of Lively's face, leading Reynolds to playfully remark that he had at least managed to include her "earrings in frame."

The founder of Betty Buzz responded by sharing the identical photo on her Instagram Story, along with the caption, "The ultimate guy," and a lively GIF of Princess Anna from Frozen brimming with excitement.

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When Blake Made Ryan Her Recipe Guinea Pig

“@vancityreynolds, the epitome of a suave mixologist,” the admired actress playfully showcased an Instagram Story capture of her beloved partner proudly presenting a fresh creation in November 2021, followed by another snapshot portraying an empty glass, accompanied by the quip, "I'm pretty sure consuming it that swiftly isn't recommended."

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When Blake Told Ryan to Sleep on the Couch

In a July 2022 ad for Mint Mobile, Reynolds invited Lively to join him in discussing the company's family plan. However, instead of appearing herself, Lively sent a stand-in to handle the less exciting aspects of the ad. In the clip, Reynolds enthusiastically claimed to be "revolutionizing" the cell phone brand, but the body double remained unimpressed.

"Darling, if you charged more, maybe you could afford me. Sorry, your actual wife," Lively playfully teased as she shared the ad on her Instagram Story. "@vancityreynolds, my love, feel free to revolutionize the couch when you sleep on it tonight!"

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When Blake Called Out Ryan's Photo Editing

In December 2022, a delightful encounter took place on the Polar Express when we had the pleasure of meeting Jessica Claus and her husband. Since my childhood, I had always envisioned someone like her, and she exceeded all my expectations. The aroma surrounding her was reminiscent of enticing cinnamon buns and sangria. This enchanting moment was shared by the spirited actor on Instagram, providing a glimpse of a joyful, festive rendezvous with his wife, who was expecting their child at the time.

Lively expressed her dissatisfaction with the fact that her shoes were not visible and conveyed this to Reynolds through the comments section. Subsequently, Reynolds issued an apology on his Instagram Story, acknowledging the error.

"I apologize for cropping out my wife's shoes in the photo I shared," he stated. "This action was unacceptable, and I deeply regret any hurt caused by my thoughtlessness. I will be going to the hospital to have my brain measured."

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When Blake Bought ESPN+ to Watch Ryan’s Wrexham Game Meltdown

Lively revealed her recent purchase of ESPN+ solely for the purpose of witnessing her husband's live, overwhelming anxiety. In a January 2023 Instagram Story, she posted a screenshot of Reynolds in the stands during a Wrexham FC match, emphasizing the value of her decision. She further urged her followers not to overlook the excitement of the extraordinary game happening at that moment.

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When Blake Was Jealous of Ryan’s Birthday Tribute to Rob McElhenney

The jealousy of the It Ends With Us star was ignited when the Free Guy actor created a high-quality music video for his business partner, an alum of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, in April 2023. Both individuals also co-own the soccer team Wrexham A.F.C.

"Wow, you really went all out for this," she commented on her Instagram Story, accompanied by a side eye emoji. Blake later raised her own expectations for her upcoming celebration, saying, "I'm so excited for August 25th."

Ryan, on the other hand, sarcastically remarked, "Sending a birthday card would've been simpler."

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When Blake Clarified That Her Trainer Is Not the Father of Her Children

In July 2023, a fan praised Lively’s postpartum bikini body, commenting, “How have you had 4 kids??? ” on an Instagram photo of the actress in a red two-piece swimsuit.

Lively's initial response to the comment involved sharing her personal trainer Don Saladino's Instagram handle accompanied by a heart emoji. However, she later felt the need to clarify that Saladino is not the father of her four children.

"@lojykam @donsaladino Wait. No. That's not the case. He's not the father. He simply assists me in regaining my pre-pregnancy clothing fitness. He's not only a remarkable trainer but also an exceptional person and friend. And that's saying a lot ❤️," she explained.