Blaire Lily is the central character and primary antagonist of the 2014 horror film Unfriended. Born on February 22, 1997, Blaire appears at first to be a sweet and innocent high school student, but beneath this exterior, she hides dark secrets. She is responsible for the suicide of her childhood friend, Laura Barns, after posting a humiliating video of her online. As the events of the film unfold through Blaire’s laptop screen, her deceitful, cowardly, and selfish nature comes to light, ultimately leading to a series of tragic and terrifying consequences.

Trivia/Facts

• Blaire Lily was born on February 22, 1997, in Fresno, California. She is the main villainous protagonist of the movie Unfriended (2014). The film’s events are shown through her MacBook screen, giving a unique perspective on her life. She was portrayed by actress Shelley Hennig.
• Blaire was responsible for the suicide of her childhood friend, Laura Barns. Blaire filmed a humiliating video of Laura that led to online bullying. She and her friends contributed to the cruel comments that pushed Laura to take her own life. This caused Blaire to feel guilty, but she still hid her role in the tragedy.
• During the film, Blaire and her friends are haunted by Laura Barns’ vengeful spirit. Laura’s ghost seeks revenge on those responsible for her death. As Blaire and her group play a deadly game of “Never Have I Ever,” dark secrets come to light. Blaire tries to save herself by betraying her friends, but it only leads to more deaths.
• Blaire is shown as deceitful and cowardly, pretending to be innocent. She had an affair with her boyfriend’s best friend, Adam Sewell, while lying to her boyfriend, Mitch. Blaire is also responsible for her friends’ deaths, as she refuses to confess to her actions. She is selfish and tries to shift the blame to others to survive.
• Throughout the movie, Blaire visits online forums seeking a way to escape Laura’s ghost. She learns that confessing her sins might save her life, but she lacks the courage to admit the truth. Despite several chances to come clean, she hesitates and loses her last opportunity. Blaire’s cowardice seals her fate.
• At the film’s end, Blaire’s fate remains unclear. Laura’s spirit attacks her, but the audience never sees her body. It is implied that Laura killed her, though it remains ambiguous. Blaire’s story ends with her facing the consequences of her actions.

Shelley Hennig in Unfriended (2014)

Blaire Lily’s Relationship with Other Characters

• Laura Barns: Laura was Blaire’s childhood friend, but their relationship turned tragic. Blaire secretly posted a humiliating video of Laura online, which led to Laura’s suicide. Though Blaire seemed remorseful, she never admitted her role in the bullying. Laura’s ghost returns to seek revenge on Blaire and her friends.
• Mitch Roussel: Mitch is Blaire’s boyfriend throughout the film. While Blaire appears to care for Mitch, she betrays him by having an affair with his best friend, Adam. Mitch is deeply hurt when he learns the truth, and Blaire tries to save herself even at his expense. Their relationship falls apart during the film’s deadly game.
• Adam Sewell: Adam is Mitch’s best friend and Blaire’s secret lover. Blaire had a romantic relationship with Adam behind Mitch’s back, which adds to the tension between the characters. Adam becomes angry and aggressive when their secret is revealed. Their relationship is built on lies and deception.
• Jess Felton, Ken Smith, and Val Rommel: These friends are part of Blaire’s group, but their relationships are filled with dishonesty. Blaire keeps secrets from all of them, and when the truth starts coming out, their friendship quickly crumbles. Blaire tries to blame others for her actions, which creates conflict with everyone.