Despite his close relationship with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, it’s been revealed that Hugh Jackman could be forced to distance himself from the pair over their legal woes.

Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds have a long history of teasing each other in public, often turning their friendship into a fun rivalry. But recently, Hugh’s latest joke during a live show in New York has sparked rumors that their light-hearted banter might be turning a bit more serious.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have heavily been in the public eye the past week, which could negatively sway public opinion ahead of their trial with Justin Baldoni.