In recent months, there has been a lot of speculation about the relationship between the two actors. Now, to the surprise of many, the Gossip Girl star has filed a lawsuit that could shed light on many unanswered questions.
During the promotion of the movie It Ends With Us, the tension between its leading stars, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, was evident. They never gave joint interviews, appeared together on the red carpet, or spoke about each other in the media.
Speculation about the reasons behind this distance quickly flooded the public, with rumors suggesting that Blake was upset over comments Baldoni allegedly made about her physical appearance.
At the same time, articles, claims, and old video clips began circulating, portraying Blake as difficult and unpleasant to work with. However, the latest developments have taken this story in a completely new direction, shedding light on behind-the-scenes events that are far more serious than initially thought.
Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her co-star and the film’s director, Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment, invasion of privacy, and attempting to destroy her reputation.
This legal battle not only highlights alleged inappropriate behavior on set but also raises critical questions about power dynamics within the film industry.
Details of the Lawsuit
In a lawsuit filed with the California Department of Civil Rights, actress Blake Lively detailed several incidents that allegedly took place during the production of the film. She claimed that Justin Baldoni:
- Discussed her weight with her personal trainer,
- Questioned her about her religious beliefs, and
- Spoke inappropriately about his personal sex life.
In addition to Baldoni’s alleged behavior, Lively highlighted an incident involving the film’s producer, Jamie Heath. She stated that Heath showed her a video of his wife giving birth without her consent.
Furthermore, Lively alleged that both Baldoni and Heath entered her trailer without permission on multiple occasions, including times when she was breastfeeding her child.
Reactions to the Allegations
Justin Baldoni and his legal team have firmly denied the accusations, describing them as “completely false and defamatory.” His attorney, Bryan Freedman, called the lawsuit “shameful” and accused Blake Lively of using it as part of an attempt to repair her public image.
Baldoni’s team also alleged that Lively made threats during the production of the film, including reportedly attempting to boycott its promotion if her demands were not met.
Retaliatory Tactics
Blake Lively has accused Justin Baldoni, his PR team, and the production company Wayfarer Studios of orchestrating a calculated campaign to tarnish her reputation. According to Lively, this campaign involved:
- Using digital entities to post targeted content on social media platforms and forums,
- Manipulating media coverage to portray Baldoni in a favorable light, and
- Threatening other team members who might have wanted to share their own experiences.
The lawsuit reportedly includes text messages and emails that Lively claims provide evidence of these activities being planned and executed.
A Set Lacking Harmony
Speculation about the strained relationship between the two stars was evident during the film’s promotional campaign, as Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni never made any public appearances together.
Despite the tensions, It Ends With Us achieved significant commercial success, earning $350 million at the global box office.
However, sources close to the production have indicated that a sequel is unlikely, calling it “unimaginable for Lively and Baldoni to work together again.”
