As anticipation builds for what could be the most talked-about celebrity event of the year, the rumored guest list for Taylor Swift's wedding has sparked widespread speculation. While the pop superstar and her fiancé, NFL tight end Travis Kelce, have remained silent on their nuptial plans, reports indicate the guest list is a closely guarded secret . However, one name is notably absent from the rumored attendees: actress Blake Lively .

The reported snub comes amid claims that the once-inseparable friends have drifted apart following Lively's contentious legal battle with her It Ends With Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni . According to a source cited by Page Six, Swift has not extended an invitation to Lively, and there has been no "olive branch" offered regarding the friendship . TMZ has also reported that Lively was not invited to Swift’s pre-wedding gatherings .

The legal drama, which drew headlines and scrutiny, reportedly created a rift between the two. Sources have claimed that Swift felt "massively betrayed" after being drawn into the controversy . The situation escalated when a subpoena was issued to Swift by Baldoni's legal team, leaving the singer frustrated, though the subpoena was later withdrawn . A source close to Swift said the singer wants no part in the drama . Her representatives have since clarified that she was "not involved in any casting or creative decision" and did not provide notes on the film .

The fractured friendship is said to carry deep emotional weight. Some sources claim that even though Swift was reportedly the one to end the friendship, she still mourns the loss of the decade-long connection . One insider noted that there was a time Lively would have been Swift's maid of honor . Despite this sadness, insiders suggest Swift's inner circle believes inviting Lively would be a mistake, potentially becoming the "main talking point" of the celebration .

Lively and Swift's friendship dates back to 2015, and they were once nearly inseparable. Swift is a godmother to Lively's children, and she famously named characters on her Folklore album after Lively's daughters, James, Inez, and Betty . Reports suggest that while Lively has attempted to repair the relationship, she has since given up .

As the wedding weekend approaches—reports confirm a celebration at New York City's Madison Square Garden is scheduled for July 3 and 4—only time will tell if Swift's invitation list will make headlines for who attends, or who does not . The couple is expected to host a rehearsal event at the arena's theater on Thursday, followed by a larger celebration for hundreds of guests on Friday .