Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Face Off in Court Over Harassment and Defamation Claims
The legal battle stems from allegations of inappropriate behavior during the filming of 'Jamais Plus' and countersuits involving defamation and damages.
- Blake Lively has accused Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment on the set of the 2024 film 'Jamais Plus,' which Baldoni directed and co-starred in.
- Specific allegations include unapproved intimate scenes, inappropriate comments, and the producer Jamey Heath allegedly invading Lively's privacy on set.
- Justin Baldoni has countersued for defamation, claiming Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds sought to damage his reputation and control the film's production, demanding $400 million in damages.
- The judge has warned both parties against publicizing the case further, threatening to move the trial date, currently set for March 2026, to an earlier date.
- The case has drawn significant media attention, with both sides using public platforms to share evidence and accusations, including Baldoni launching a website with case documents.
Ouest-France 