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Blake Lively Confirmed to Testify in 2026 Trial Against Justin Baldoni

The actress will take the stand in her federal case alleging harassment and retaliation, while Baldoni denies wrongdoing and countersues for defamation.

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. (Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Blake Lively’s attorney has officially confirmed she will testify in the March 2026 federal trial against Justin Baldoni.
  • Lively’s lawsuit accuses Baldoni of sexual harassment and orchestrating a retaliatory smear campaign during the production of their 2024 film, 'It Ends with Us.'
  • Baldoni has denied the allegations and filed a $400 million countersuit for defamation and civil extortion, naming Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and others.
  • Both legal teams are actively gathering evidence and preparing witness testimonies as part of the ongoing discovery process.
  • The potential involvement of high-profile figures like Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Swift, and Hugh Jackman as witnesses remains uncertain, with subpoenas being considered by Baldoni’s legal team.