AceShowbiz - Bethenny Frankel, "The Real Housewives of New York City" alum, has thrown her support behind Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds following their lighthearted jabs at their legal feud with Justin Baldoni during "Saturday Night Live" 50th anniversary special.

Describing the move as "nothing short of brilliant," Frankel praised the couple's marketing savvy and resilience in navigating their ongoing legal troubles. She emphasized that "SNL" was known for tackling disruptive topics and figures, making the couple's move a strategic decision from a marketing perspective.

During the star-studded event, Lively and Reynolds made their first public appearance together since the actress filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Baldoni, her co-star and director in "It Ends With Us."

The duo not only walked the red carpet but also made a surprise cameo on the show. When hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler playfully asked him, "How's it going?" the "Deadpool" actor deadpanned, "Great! Why, what have you heard?" This clever quip served as a nod to the contentious headlines surrounding the trio.

Frankel, 54, took to Instagram and TikTok to heap praise on the couple's appearance. "SNL was nothing short of brilliant for having them on last night. It's marketing genius," she said. "They are the epicenter of pop culture. It is the zeitgeist. Bullseye."

However, reactions among fans and Hollywood insiders have been mixed. Some critics accused the couple of using their celebrity status to sway public sentiment, describing their appearance as tone-deaf given the seriousness of the allegations.

One social media user remarked, "How sweet of SNL to try and do damage control for Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively - but it won't work," while another commented on Reynolds' demeanor, "I audibly gasped! He looks awful!"

Despite the criticism, Frankel remained steadfast in her support, arguing that the couple had no choice but to confront the situation head-on. "The only way to weather a storm is to go straight through it. Bravo," she stated.

Yet, not everyone in the industry agrees. Some insiders warned that Reynolds and Lively's public display could have legal repercussions. "It's very plausible that Justin's legal team will use this public outing to defend Baldoni," an anonymous source told Page Six, highlighting the potential risks involved in their decision to attend the event.

As the lawsuits between Lively and Baldoni continue to unfold, the couple's appearance at the anniversary special has certainly reignited public interest and debate. Whether it's viewed as a brilliant PR move or a questionable decision, Lively and Reynolds have once again positioned themselves at the center of pop culture conversation.