Overview

• A New York judge granted a motion to dismiss Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit alleging extortion and defamation against Lively and Ryan Reynolds.
• The court allowed Baldoni’s legal team until June 23 to amend claims of breach of implied contract and tortious interference ahead of the March 2026 trial.
• Blake Lively’s attorneys hailed the decision as a “total victory and a complete vindication” for the actress.
• Justin Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman contended the ruling is not a victory for Lively and said refined allegations will appear in an amended complaint.
• Robyn Lively posted messages of pride and support after the dismissal and Blake Lively pledged to continue advocating for women’s rights.