Ernie Lively directed Blake's first film role, "Sandman."

Blake Lively's father, Ernie Lively, was an actor who directed her first film role in 1998's "Sandman." He passed away in 2021 due to cardiac complications. Ernie was known for roles in "Passenger 57" and "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants." Recently, Lively has been involved in a legal dispute with co-star Justin Baldoni, who allegedly claimed he could communicate with her deceased father. Lively has won a legal decision to keep certain personal information private during the case. Despite the ongoing lawsuit, Lively shared a joyful moment on social media with her husband, Ryan Reynolds, showcasing their family time baking together.