Blake Lively, the Hollywood starlet, is appearing alongside Justin Baldoni in a film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling romance novel, It Ends With Us. The actress recently graced the red carpet for the film’s premiere with her husband, Ryan Reynolds.
Born into an acting family, the 36-year-old is the daughter of actor and acting coach, Ernie Lively, while her mother Elaine was a talent scout.
Growing up, she often accompanied her parents to the acting classes they taught, as they were reluctant to leave her with anyone else. Her first taste of professional acting came at the tender age of 10, when she starred in the 1998 film Sandman, directed by her father.
Despite her early exposure to the industry, Blake initially had no interest in pursuing acting as a career, instead setting her sights on Stanford University. However, her older brother convinced his talent agent to send her to several auditions.
Here’s everything you need to know about the star and her famous family.
Ernie Lively – Father
Ernie Lively was a renowned American actor and acting coach who adopted his wife’s surname from her previous marriage to Ronald Lively, changing his own from Brown to Lively.
He featured in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and its sequel, where he played the father of his real-life daughter, Blake’s character.
His acting credits span back to the 1970s, starting with TV roles in popular shows like The Waltons and The Dukes of Hazzard.
In 1979, he tied the knot with talent manager Elaine Lively. Tragically, in 2003, he suffered a heart attack and died in 2021 due to cardiac complications.
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Eric Lively – Brother
Eric, a 42-year-old American actor, is recognised for his roles in Speak, So Weird and The L Word.
His first appearance on the big screen was as an infant in Brainstorm in 1983. After finishing school, he pursued his passion for photography.
The star made guest appearances in American Pie, Modern Men and 24: Redemption.
Lori Lively – Half-sister
Lori is an American actress, TV co-host, TV designer and acting coach. She is the offspring of Elaine Lively’s first husband, Ronnie.
Her filmography includes Dead Space, Two and a Half Men, Sandman and Cold Case.
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Robyn Lively – Half-sister
Robyn, a 52-year-old American actress, is known for her roles in Teen Witch and The Karate Kid Part III.
She kick-started her career as a child actress, featuring in Summer of My German Soldier at just six years old.
There was some controversy surrounding the mother-of-three’s role as Jessica Andrews in The Karate Kid Part III as she was underage while her love interest played by Ralph Macchio was 27 years old.
However, the pair developed a close friendship rather than a romantic relationship.
Robyn wed actor Bart Johnson in 1999 and they reside in The Hollywood Hills.
Jason Lively – Half-brother
Jason, 56, is an American actor best known for his roles in European Vacation, Night of the Creeps and Ghost Chase.
He hung up his acting boots in the 90s and has a past career with a computer firm.
The celeb also ran Jimmy Crack Corn, a mobile business specialising in roasted corn.
His acting debut was at the tender age of 10, in the pilot episode of The Dukes of Hazzard.
Bart Johnson – Brother-in-law
At 53, Bart Johnson is renowned for his role as Coach Jack Bolton in the High School Musical film series.
His first appearance on the big screen was in My Family in 1995, and he later featured in The Client List, Hawaii Five-0 and Little Women.
He owns the Johnson Mill Bed and Breakfast in Midway, Utah, which he transformed into a recovery centre for drug addicts.
His siblings, Adam and Brad, are also part of the film industry.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
