Overview

• Judge Lewis Liman ruled that Baldoni failed to substantiate his claims and held that statements by Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and the New York Times are protected by litigation privilege.
• Baldoni retains the right to amend and refile specific allegations of unlawful interference with contract by the June 23 deadline.
• Blake Lively’s December 2024 lawsuit accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment and retaliation during It Ends With Us remains active and is scheduled for trial in March 2026.
• In an Instagram post, Lively thanked supporters, shared resources for women facing legal battles and vowed to continue advocating for women’s rights and safety.
• Baldoni’s attorney called the ruling “not fair” and signaled plans to pursue additional legal remedies to have his allegations reconsidered.