New York, March 16, 2025 – Actress Blake Lively is once again under scrutiny following a viral X thread by user Melanie King (@realmelanieking), which has reignited debates about the star’s credibility and behavior. In a post timestamped early Monday at 6:31 PM EDT, King shared a TikTok video highlighting Lively’s claim of attending first grade at age 3, labeling it a blatant lie. The post, which has garnered significant attention, suggests Lively’s pattern of dishonesty extends beyond this anecdote, drawing parallels to her ongoing legal feud with “It Ends With Us” co-star Justin Baldoni.
So they dug up the video of Blake Lively lying about going to the first grade at 3 yrs old. If someone would lie about something like this they would lie about anything. She just lies and then doubles down on it without forethought or fear that anyone will figure out the truth.… pic.twitter.com/mFqgJOGLJs
— Melanie King (@realmelanieking) March 17, 2025
King’s post, accompanied by an image of Lively and a reacting TikTok creator, argues that Lively’s alleged fabrications—such as the first-grade claim and her accusations against Baldoni—demonstrate a lack of forethought and accountability. “If someone would lie about something like this, they would lie about anything,” King wrote, accusing Lively of doubling down on untruths without fear of exposure.
And it was first grade, not kindergarten. She was in a class with six year olds.
So you are telling me that her brother at 9 yrs old and going to the 4th grade, was so scared to go school that he wanted his 3 yr old TODDLER little sister to go with him. AND to coddle his…
— Melanie King (@realmelanieking) March 17, 2025
The controversy ties into Lively’s public fallout with Baldoni, where she alleges sexual harassment and a smear campaign, while Baldoni counters with claims of Lively’s unprofessional behavior on set. Web reports, including those from USA Today and The Working Gal, detail the escalating legal battle, with both parties filing lawsuits and counter-suits, further tarnishing Lively’s once-carefree public image.
Lively, known for her roles in “Gossip Girl” and “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” has faced mounting criticism since the “It Ends With Us” drama unfolded. While some defend her as a victim, others, like King, question her integrity, pointing to past inconsistencies. As the legal and public battles continue, Lively’s reputation hangs in the balance, with social media amplifying the divide between supporters and skeptics.
