Blake Lively’s spot on the Time 100 Most Influential People list has sparked backlash online, with critics calling the choice “disgusting” and “embarrassing.”The Gossip Girl star’s name was placed in the

Lawyer Sherrilyn Ifill wrote the foreword to go with the actress’s entry, but left out any mention of her legal troubles.

TIME Magazine released this month its list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2025. The outlet is taking some heat for its decision on Blake Lively. Lively, who has been embroiled in controversy with her "It Ends With Us" co-star, Justin Baldoni, has been included in the TIME100 rankings.