Blake Lively's Low-Drama Dating History Before Ryan Reynolds: A Look Back

Before her celebrated marriage to Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively maintained a surprisingly low-profile and amicable dating life. Unlike her "Gossip Girl" character, Serena van der Woodsen, Lively favored long-term relationships over fleeting romances. She met Reynolds on the set of "Green Lantern" in 2010 and married him two years later. The couple are known for their close bond, with Lively stating in 2014 that they never go a week without seeing each other and that Reynolds is her best friend. Reynolds publicly expressed his adoration for Lively at the 2022 People's Choice Awards, calling her his heart, hope, and happiness. Even her exes seem to hold her in high regard, a rarity in Hollywood, highlighting Lively's ability to maintain positive relationships even after parting ways.