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Blake Lively Confirmed to Testify in Sexual Harassment Trial Against Justin Baldoni

Pre-trial discovery progresses as both parties prepare for a March 2026 trial over harassment and defamation claims linked to the film 'It Ends With Us.'

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Blake Lively at the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala at in Los Angeles, California..

Overview

  • Blake Lively's attorney confirmed that the actress will testify at the trial, marking a pivotal moment in her legal battle against Justin Baldoni.
  • The trial stems from Lively's allegations of sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign during the production of 'It Ends With Us.'
  • Baldoni has denied the allegations and filed a $400 million countersuit, accusing Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and others of defamation and civil extortion.
  • Pre-trial discovery is underway, with both sides preparing depositions and identifying witnesses who may testify about misconduct on set.
  • Lively's legal team has criticized subpoenas targeting high-profile figures like Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman as irrelevant to the core claims.