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Justin Baldoni to Countersue Blake Lively, Plans Full Disclosure of Texts Amid Ongoing Dispute

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Los Angeles, CA — Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, recently declared that the actor and director harbors no resentment towards Blake Lively, amidst a flurry of legal disputes and public accusations between the two. In a recent appearance on the Today Show, Freedman vehemently denied that Baldoni had initiated a defamation campaign against Lively following the release of their film “It Ends With Us.” Freedman emphasized Baldoni’s stance, stating that from the beginning, Baldoni expressed a desire to avoid negative actions or causing harm toward Lively. Despite these assurances, the legal battle is heating up … Read more

Blake Lively Emphasizes Need for Intimacy Coordinators Prior to Harassment Lawsuit Against Director

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New York, NY — Prior to initiating legal proceedings against Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director in “It Ends With Us,” Blake Lively had expressed the crucial role of intimacy coordinators in film production. In an interview with DigitalSpy in August 2024, three months before the lawsuit, the 37-year-old actress underscored the importance of choreographed movements in intimate scenes to ensure actor safety. Lively likened the coordination required in intimate scenes to that of stunts or dance, suggesting that meticulous planning and consent are vital in these scenarios. “You coordinate stunts, you coordinate dancing, it … Read more

High Stakes in Hollywood: Justin Baldoni Sues The New York Times for $250 Million Over Alleged Mishandling of Blake Lively Harassment Claims

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Los Angeles — Justin Baldoni, the director and lead actor of the film “It Ends With Us,” has filed a lawsuit against The New York Times over its portrayal of co-star Blake Lively’s sexual harassment allegations against him. The legal action, initiated on Tuesday in Los Angeles, targets the newspaper’s handling of Lively’s lawsuit in which she accused Baldoni of sexual harassment during the film’s production. The lawsuit claims that The New York Times relied predominantly on Lively’s account without sufficient verification, allegedly ignoring significant evidence that countered her accusations. According to the documents, the … Read more

Justin Baldoni Prepares Countersuit Against Blake Lively in Escalating Legal Drama

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Actor and filmmaker Justin Baldoni’s legal team is gearing up to file a countersuit against actress Blake Lively, according to information released by his attorney. The announcement signals a new phase in what appears to be a burgeoning legal battle between these two public figures. Details on the specifics of the accusations that prompted this legal action remain unclear as both parties have not yet made comprehensive statements regarding the grounds of the filings. Baldoni, known for his role on the popular television series “Jane the Virgin,” and his impactful work in documentary filmmaking, has … Read more