Taylor Swift may have been the reason behind Blake Lively‘s absence from Selena Gomez‘s birthday party, a new report suggests. The longtime friends have reportedly been estranged for some time after the actor dragged the singer into the bitter legal battle against Justin Baldoni.

Taylor Swift is reportedly reshaping her inner circle, allegedly excluding Blake Lively from Selena Gomez's birthday celebration. Sources suggest Swift orchestrated Lively's absence due to the latter's legal issues with Justin Baldoni,

Blake Lively was allegedly excluded from Selena Gomez's 33rd birthday celebration by Taylor Swift, who found Lively's ongoing legal troubles with co-star Justin Baldoni unacceptable.

On July 22 the Only Murders in the Building star — who turned 33 on Tuesday — marked the launch of the Rare Impact Fund 's Giving Circle (in partnership with Dollar Donation Club), which was "built to democratize giving and foster purpose-driven community," according to a release.

While Selena Gomez has previously said she would not convert to judaism, some Jewish traditions may still find their way to the dance floor.