Overview

• Justin Baldoni returned to Instagram on May 11 with a heartfelt Mother's Day post featuring his wife, mother, and children.
• The post marks Baldoni's first public activity since December 2024, when Blake Lively filed sexual harassment and retaliation complaints against him.
• Lively's allegations include claims of unprofessional and invasive behavior on set, as well as a coordinated smear campaign by Baldoni.
• Baldoni countersued Lively and others in January 2025 for $400 million, alleging defamation, extortion, and breach of contract.
• The legal battle continues with a March 2026 trial date set, while both parties navigate public and legal strategies.