When it comes to family, Bart Johnson puts his full focus on the game.
Blake Lively's brother-in-law, who is married to her older sister Robyn Lively, is standing by her side The “It Ends With Us” Star Drama amongst the cast.
The 53-year-old responded to a social media comment that Blake, 37, was “promoting joy in a domestic violence environment without regard for any victims.”
“I'm truly sorry you feel this way,” Bart, who played Coach Bolton in the “High School Musical” franchise, wrote. “I'm sure you have a big heart and want the best. I can promise you the truth has yet to come out. Blake worked really hard on this movie More than anything I’ve seen him do in my entire life. Because it meant so much to him.”
He then referenced Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, What is this movie based on,
“The message is in the book,” Bart explained. “And in the movie. Not in the little clips/interviews. She's the reason this message/movie/ is coming out.”
Though the “Christmas Spirit” star defended her sister-in-law, she also acknowledged that the promotion of the movie may have been a bit controversial for good reason.
“Have there been mistakes? Yes,” said Bart. “I make mistakes in life. But they're not under a microscope. Anyway, I respect your opinions. I have nothing but love for you.”
Bart also happy birthday blake But Instagram A few days ago, he had described the actress as his “best friend of 30 years”!
“Blake's father hired me to teach his acting class when he was a teenager, because I had my first job as an actor with him in the film 'Mi Familia',” she recalled. “Countless stories of family trips and vacations, going along on his school field trips and most importantly, helping me win over his older sister Robin (now wife of 25 years) who didn't know I existed until years after I got to know Blake!! For over 30 years I have had the privilege of being friends with these kind, loving, committed, hardworking and inspiring strong women!!”
Bart highlighted Blake's character, writing, “Someone who wants to make the world a better place and has been an extraordinary role model in a million ways by caring for others, spreading kindness, and, my personal favorite, putting her family first and being an amazing wife and mother.”
He concluded, “I want to be just like her when I grow up. I still have a long way to go. Blake, love you!!! (These are some of my favorite photos from the last few years, especially swing dancing at the airport). Happy Birthday Sister!!! (Special appearance in these photos with Papa Ernie and the best trainer in the world) @donsaladino,
Bart's wife, Robin, 52, He also defended his sister He posted a birthday tribute to Blake on social media.
One fan commented, “Blake is a lovely person! I hope she knows the number of people who love her far outweighs the negative voices. Happy Birthday Blake!!” to which the “Teen Witch” actress simply replied, “Thank you for this.”
Rumors of a fight between Blake and her on set The film's director and star, Justin BaldoniRemained in the headlines throughout the campaign.
The former 'Gossip Girl' star held a press conference with her castmates, including Isabella Ferrer, Brandon Sklenar and Jenny Slate — but not with the 'Jane the Virgin' star.
The co-stars also watched the film in different theatres. Premieres in New York on August 6Blake and his guests enjoyed a movie at a theater while Justin and his family were seen at another event,
An industry insider told Page Six She said Baldoni was “extremely difficult” and “none of the cast enjoyed working with him”, adding that he made Lively feel “uncomfortable” about her postpartum body the birth of her son Odin,
Internet detectives also discovered that the cast only follows “The Shallows” vet on Instagram, while the play’s director Crisis Public Relations Manager Hired Melissa Nathan.
Blake, who also serves as a producer on the film, explained. BBC At the London premiere, “I really feel like we've told a story that's emotional and funny, but it's also funny, painful, scary, sad and inspiring, and that's life in all its colors.”
But Justin has made it clear now that he won't come back to direct Sequel film Based on Hoover's novel “It Starts With Us.”
“I think there are better people for that,” he said.Entertainment Tonight“At the New York City premiere. “I think Blake Lively is ready to direct, I think.”
