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Justin Baldoni's Parents Cite 'Turmoil and Injustice' in Birthday Tributes

The messages arrive as his dispute with Blake Lively moves toward a May 2026 civil trial.

Overview

  • Sam Baldoni marked his son's 42nd birthday with an Instagram post calling the past year "full of turmoil and injustice" and saying "truth and justice will prevail."
  • Sharon Baldoni thanked supporters who have posted "Justice for Justin," describing the period as "difficult times" in her own birthday message.
  • Blake Lively has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment, a hostile work environment, and reputational harm related to It Ends With Us, allegations he denies.
  • A judge dismissed Baldoni’s $400 million defamation case against Lively in 2025, and his separate $250 million lawsuit against the New York Times was also dismissed.
  • Multiple outlets report the civil trial is currently set for May 18, 2026, and Baldoni’s attorney has indicated a settlement remains possible.