Overview

• Blake Lively's attorney, Mike Gottlieb, has confirmed that the actress will testify in her trial against Justin Baldoni, scheduled for March 2026 in New York federal court.
• The case stems from Lively's allegations of sexual harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign during the production of the 2024 film 'It Ends With Us.'
• Baldoni denies the allegations and has countersued Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and others for $400 million, accusing them of defamation and civil extortion.
• Both sides are preparing for discovery, with Lively's team planning to present live witness testimony and evidence, while Baldoni's team disputes the claims and highlights unedited footage and documents.
• Baldoni's attorney has controversially suggested holding Lively's deposition at Madison Square Garden with ticket sales donated to domestic abuse charities, a move criticized by Lively's camp as a publicity stunt.