Taylor Swift is reportedly distancing herself from longtime friend Blake Lively following the actress’s involvement in an ongoing legal dispute 

with her “It Ends With Us” co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.

According to sources, the pop sensation is taking a step back from their friendship after her name was mentioned in the controversy.

A source close to the situation told Page Six that Swift is deeply hurt by the situation and feels as though she has been used.

“Taylor is really hurt by this whole situation and feels like a pawn,” the insider revealed.

The source added that Swift, who has been a loyal friend to Lively for years, is choosing to keep her distance from both Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, amid the ongoing legal battle.

The friendship between Swift and Lively dates back to 2015 when the actress referenced Swift’s “Bad Blood” music video in a L’Oréal campaign post.

Swift responded positively to the nod, and the two soon began spending time together, forming a strong bond over the years.

The pair has been spotted together at numerous events, and Swift has often shared her appreciation for Lively and Reynolds.

However, tensions have reportedly arisen after Baldoni’s countersuit against Lively included references to alleged texts she had sent.

In these texts, Lively allegedly mentioned “dragons” who supported her position, which many believe was a reference to Reynolds and Swift. This implication has reportedly left Swift feeling blindsided and uncomfortable.

“Taylor doesn’t appreciate being referred to as one of Blake’s dragons,” the source said. “She doesn’t want to be involved in this legal mess and certainly doesn’t want to be seen as someone who is taking sides in a lawsuit.”

The lawsuit drama stems from Lively’s allegations of misconduct against Baldoni, with the director firing back in his countersuit.

Within the legal filings, Baldoni claimed that a high-profile meeting took place at Lively’s New York penthouse, where he was allegedly pressured by two of the “most influential and wealthy celebrities in the world” to comply with changes that Lively wanted in a key scene of the film.

Many speculate that the individuals referenced in the lawsuit are Swift and Reynolds, further entangling Swift in the dispute.

Following this revelation, Swift has reportedly taken a step back to avoid any further entanglement. “Taylor wants nothing to do with this whole ordeal,” the insider explained.

“She has enough going on in her own life and career and doesn’t want to be dragged into a legal battle that has nothing to do with her.”

While representatives for Swift, Lively, and Reynolds have not commented publicly on the matter, the situation has drawn significant attention from fans and media alike.

Swifties, known for their loyalty to the singer, have taken to social media to express support for her decision to distance herself from the situation.

Lively and Reynolds, for their part, have remained relatively silent about the lawsuit, though they made their first red carpet appearance together since the legal battle began.

The couple attended the “SNL 50” celebration, seemingly unfazed by the controversy swirling around them.

Meanwhile, Swift continues to focus on her own endeavors. The Grammy-winning artist is preparing for the upcoming leg of her “Eras Tour” and remains deeply involved in her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce.

Despite the current turbulence with Lively, sources indicate that Swift is prioritizing her peace and steering clear of unnecessary drama.

As the lawsuit unfolds, it remains unclear whether Swift and Lively will be able to mend their friendship. While the two have shared a close bond for years, sources suggest that Swift is unlikely to re-engage until the legal matters are settled and her name is no longer associated with the controversy.

Until then, the singer appears to be keeping her focus on her career and personal life, ensuring that she stays out of the spotlight when it comes to this unfolding Hollywood legal battle.