Blake Lively Flaunts Body In Vintage Bikini Shot, But Trolls Call Her ‘Flat’
By Kelly Coffey-Behrens on August 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT

Blake Lively has been making headlines lately, but not just for her Hollywood career. The "Gossip Girl" alum is currently embroiled in a heated legal battle, with court filings tied to her ongoing dispute with filmmaker Justin Baldoni over their tense "It Ends With Us" collaboration. The case has sparked endless discussion among fans, putting the 37-year-old actress under an even brighter spotlight. And now, a resurfaced throwback photo of Lively is fanning the flames online, sending fans into a frenzy.
Blake Lively Stuns In Throwback Bikini Snap
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The snapshot, taken during her role in the 2016 thriller "The Shallows," and re-shared on August 13, shows a young Blake rocking a mismatched bikini, a vibrant orange top paired with navy-and-red patterned bottoms, as she stands on a sandy beach with tousled hair and a glowing sun-kissed complexion. At just 28 years old at the time, Lively embodied effortless California-cool, flashing her natural beauty in the oceanfront scene.
But while many swooned over the actress' figure, the comments section quickly became divided. One fan marveled, "Seriously, how do people get their stomach this flat? Lol. Genetics? Even when I was super skinny, I didn't have a stomach like that lol."
Another gushed with heart-eyed emojis, while a critic bluntly wrote, "Flat -ss!" sparking debate over whether the star was being unfairly nitpicked. Others came to her defense, showering the post with flame emojis and admiration. "She's perfect," one fan insisted, while another added, "Most beautiful woman alive, haters stay mad."
Lively's Shimmering Black Bikini Throwback
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The bikini throwback buzz didn't stop there. Another resurfaced shot of Blake Lively, this time showing her in a shimmering black two-piece while enjoying a dip in the pool, has also gone viral. With wet hair slicked back and minimal makeup, the actress showcased her natural beauty and toned figure, reminding fans why she's long been considered one of Hollywood's most captivating stars.
The comments from the post, which was shared just five days ago, poured in with admiration, including a string of fire and heart emojis. Another chimed in with a cheeky animated heart sticker.
Blake Lively Stuns In Swimsuit Throwback As Fans Say' PR Team Hard At Work'
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In yet another striking throwback, Blake Lively posed under a wooden pier in a sleek black one-piece swimsuit, her blonde hair cascading in loose waves as she leaned gracefully against the beams. The dramatic shot, captured with soft lighting and moody tones, gave fans a rare glimpse of the actress in a more editorial style moment.
But while the photo wowed many with comments like "So beautiful" and "Love the pics, Blake; thanks for sharing!!!!," others couldn't help but speculate about the timing of the post. One user bluntly remarked, "PR team hard at work!" a nod to the star's ongoing legal drama that has kept her name in headlines in recent weeks.
As her court battle continues to unfold, these resurfaced images have sparked debate over whether the carefully curated posts are a way to control the narrative. Still, despite the scrutiny, her fans remain loyal, flooding the comments with fire emojis and praise like "Stunning as always."
Lively Stuns In Black Bikini Throwback
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In another throwback moment making the rounds online, Blake Lively was spotted in a sleek black bikini, standing atop a lifeguard stand with the ocean breeze whipping through her hair. Shielded by oversized sunglasses, the "Gossip Girl" alum struck an effortlessly cool figure, casually holding her phone as if she were in the middle of a scene straight out of a movie.
Fans couldn't get enough, flooding the comments with heart and fire emojis.
Blake Lively's Bikini Throwback Hijacked By' Team Baldoni' Comments
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Blake's beach throwbacks continue to spark a wave of mixed reactions, with some users praising her as a "Goddess Queen," while others dismissively commented, "Stop making Blake happen. It's not gonna happen." Another fan even bluntly declared "Team Baldoni," a clear nod to her ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
While Lively has long been celebrated for her beauty and talent, the comment section shows how divided public opinion has become in light of her recent controversies. For now, her old photos may keep drawing likes, but the backlash proves that not all fans are willing to separate the star's Hollywood image from her current legal drama.