Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's Legal Battle Escalates with New Allegations and Public Scrutiny

The ongoing feud between the co-stars of 'It Ends With Us' involves claims of workplace misconduct, racial discrimination, and competing PR campaigns, leaving public opinion divided.

Blake Lively has accused Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and workplace safety violations during the filming of 'It Ends With Us,' while Baldoni has countersued for defamation and reputational harm.
A resurfaced 2020 racial discrimination lawsuit against Baldoni's Wayfarer Studios, filed by a former Black executive, has added complexity to the case, though some claims were dismissed in 2021.
Baldoni has been accused of orchestrating a smear campaign against Lively, with leaked messages allegedly showing plans to tarnish her reputation; Baldoni denies the allegations and claims Lively initiated her own smear campaign.
Lively's legal team has requested heightened confidentiality for sensitive communications, citing potential risks of leaks, while Baldoni's team has suggested calling high-profile witnesses, including Taylor Swift, to testify.
The legal feud has polarized fans and the entertainment industry, with public opinion largely favoring Baldoni, while several celebrities, including Lively's co-stars, have voiced support for her.