Blake Lively has faced criticism for her past use of a transgender slur in resurfaced interviews. The actress came under fire when a fan shared a quote from a 2012 Elle magazine interview where Lively expressed her desire for daughters or, if not, 'trannies' to appreciate her shoes, bags, and stories. The term 'tranny' is considered defamatory by some members of the transgender community, as noted by GLAAD.
While some fans defended Lively, acknowledging that the term was more commonly used in the past, others expressed disappointment in her choice of words. This is not the first time Lively has used the term, as she previously mentioned feeling like a 'tranny' in a 2009 interview and repeated the word in a 2008 interview with Nylon.
These resurfaced interviews have added to the ongoing backlash against Lively, who has been promoting her film 'It Ends With Us.' Critics have accused her of focusing more on her fashion and haircare line than on the movie's themes of domestic violence. Additionally, Lively has faced scrutiny for her alleged behavior, including refusing to wear a fan's gift on the red carpet and giving a challenging interview in 2016.
Representatives for Lively have not responded to requests for comment on the resurfaced interviews. The controversy comes amidst rumors of a feud with co-star Justin Baldoni and criticism of her promotional activities for 'It Ends With Us.'
