Blake Lively Faces Backlash Over Past Use of Transgender Slur

Blake Lively, the 36-year-old actress known for her role in "It Ends With Us," has come under scrutiny after social media users resurfaced old interviews in which she used a transgender slur. The controversy ignited on Sunday when a user on X (formerly Twitter) recalled a 2012 interview where Lively remarked, “If not girls, they better be trannies,” in reference to her future children. This prompted a wave of criticism, with some users expressing discomfort over her choice of words while others defended her intent. The actress has a history of using the slur, with notable instances dating back to 2008 during an interview with Nylon, where she stated, “I feel like a tranny a lot of the time.” In another interview in 2009 with Allure, she discussed her insecurities, again using the term in a context that has since been deemed problematic. Critics have pointed out that while the language was more common in the past, it is now considered offensive and inappropriate. Despite the backlash, some fans have shown understanding, suggesting that Lively's comments reflect a bygone era when such language was more prevalent. They argue that while her phrasing was unfortunate, the underlying sentiment of wishing for a trans child should not be condemned. As the conversation continues, representatives for Lively have yet to respond to requests for comment regarding the controversy.