Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively join Taylor Swift in donating eye-watering sum to Hurricane Milton relief fund

Blake Lively has had a rough patch lately, facing criticism for her handling of sensitive topics while promoting *It Ends with Us* and dealing with fallout from past press interactions. However, recent news offers a more uplifting narrative about the actress.

In the wake of the destructive Hurricane Milton, Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, have stepped up to donate $1 million to hurricane relief efforts. Their generosity was highlighted by Feeding America’s CEO, who noted that the donation would aid not only those affected by Hurricane Milton but also Hurricane Helene, which struck Florida shortly before. This disaster was particularly severe, being one of the deadliest hurricanes since Katrina, and left millions without power.

While Taylor Swift made headlines with her $5 million donation, Lively and Reynolds’ contribution demonstrates their ongoing commitment to charitable efforts. They have supported Feeding America for some time, using their platform to help those in need.

This act of kindness might be part of Lively’s effort to mend her public image following the *It Ends with Us* controversy, where she faced accusations of overshadowing her co-star, Justin Baldoni. A source close to her has indicated that she’s determined to turn a new leaf and prove that she values her relationships and collaborations.

Looking ahead, Lively’s chance for redemption may come with the promotion of *A Simple Favor 2*, where she’ll reunite with Anna Kendrick, with whom she had a rocky relationship during the filming of the first movie. Despite initial doubts about their ability to work together again, it seems Lively is eager to embrace a more positive approach moving forward. Her $1 million donation is a commendable first step in that direction.