Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Legal Battle Intensifies Over Harassment and Smear Campaign Allegations

The ongoing lawsuits between the 'It Ends With Us' co-stars escalate as both sides refuse mediation and contest access to private communications.

Blake Lively has accused Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign, while Baldoni countersued for defamation and claims of bullying during the film's production.
Lively's legal team has subpoenaed Baldoni's phone and text records to uncover evidence of the alleged smear campaign, but Baldoni's lawyers argue the request is overly invasive.
Both parties have declined mediation, signaling a potential trial as neither side shows willingness to apologize or retract claims.
Ari Emanuel, a prominent Hollywood executive, has publicly voiced support for Lively, but her case faces challenges as some colleagues decline to formally join as plaintiffs.
Baldoni's legal team alleges Lively sought excessive creative control over the film, including script changes and soundtrack decisions, which they claim fueled tensions on set.