Taylor Swift's representatives have made it clear that the pop star is being unwittingly pulled into a legal mess between actor Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni, detailing that her involvement is purely a tactic for sensational headlines. The conflict stems from a lawsuit filed by Lively against Baldoni for alleged sexual harassment, with Baldoni counter-suing for defamation. Reports suggest Swift allegedly encouraged script changes for the film "It Ends With Us," which has sparked rumors and speculation. Swift’s team firmly denied these claims, stating she had no part in the film's development or casting decisions, and was even on tour when the film premiered. By summoning Swift, they argue it detracts from the actual issues at hand, insisting it’s simply a move to create tabloid buzz rather than shedding light on the case's facts.

Despite her name being linked to the situation, Swift has only lent her music to the film and had no involvement in its creative process, showing just how easily celebrity names can be embroiled in the lawsuits of others.