Media firebrand Megyn Kelly is once again making headlines — this time for her brutal takedown of actress Blake Lively, who was recently honored at the prestigious TIME100 Gala. But according to Kelly? The recognition was not only undeserved — it was downright “ridiculous.”
💣 “Why Her?!”
On a fiery episode of her podcast, The Megyn Kelly Show, the former Fox News and NBC host didn’t hold back, slamming TIME’s decision to include Lively on its list of the world’s most influential people.
“Blake Lively? Really?” Kelly scoffed. “She’s lovely, sure. But influential? In what world? This is a woman known for wearing pretty dresses and being married to Ryan Reynolds. That’s not influence — that’s Hollywood fluff.”
She went on to call the honor “embarrassing” and “a total joke,” claiming that Lively’s contributions pale in comparison to activists, scientists, or world leaders.
🎤 “She Has No Influence”
“What policy has she shaped? What movement has she led?” Kelly ranted. “She’s not changing the world — she’s posting filtered selfies and launching another celebrity drink brand. Enough already.”
The sharp critique quickly went viral, igniting debate across social media. Fans of both women took to X (formerly Twitter) to take sides — some applauding Kelly for “saying what everyone’s thinking,” while others accused her of tearing down successful women out of jealousy.
👠 Gala Glamour Meets Podcast Rage
The drama comes just days after Blake Lively turned heads at the TIME100 Gala in a dazzling red ensemble, graciously thanking her fans and peers for the honor. But Kelly’s viral rant has now overshadowed much of the gala’s coverage — with “Megyn Kelly vs Blake Lively” trending for hours.
⚡️ The Internet Reacts
“Why is Megyn Kelly always so bitter?” one user tweeted. “Blake Lively is literally one of the kindest, classiest celebrities out there.”
Others chimed in with support for Kelly: “She’s right. These lists have become popularity contests. Influence should mean something.”
