Justin Baldoni’s lawyer releases shocking footage that completely trashes Blake Lively’s claims
Justin Baldonis The legal team has just released explosive footage that they say is completely contradictory Blake Livelys Allegations that raise serious questions about their version of events.
In the ongoing legal dispute between It ends with us Co-stars Justin Baldoni And Blake Livelynew footage released by Baldonis The legal team has set the stage for the latest round of claims and counterclaims. The almost ten-minute video is intended to refute this Livelys Allegations of sexual harassment and suggests this Baldoni acted with “respect and professionalism” while filming a key scene. The footage directly addresses the claims Lively made in her sexual harassment lawsuit, with Baldoni’s legal team arguing that the video contradicts Lively’s version of events.
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The allegations: Blake Lively’s lawsuit and Baldoni’s denial
In December 2023, Blake Lively filed a lawsuit Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment during the production of her film It ends with us. According to Lively’s complaint, while filming a slow dance montage, Baldoni allegedly made an inappropriate remark: “It smells so good” as he dragged his lips down her neck – an action Lively described as “not remotely in character or based on any dialogue in the script.” Her statement of claim also claimed that Baldoni’s behavior during the scene went beyond what was necessary for the film, describing it as “caresses” that were out of place their roles would be consistent.
The legal dispute intensified when Lively accused Baldoni creating a “hostile work environment” that allegedly threatened to derail production. She also accused him of orchestrating a media smear campaign to tarnish her reputation after she raised concerns about his behavior on set. BaldoniFor his part, he has vehemently denied these allegations and maintained that he has always treated Lively with the utmost respect and professionalism.
The newly released footage: Baldoni’s legal team responds
On Tuesday, Justin Baldonis The lawyer released footage from the set It ends with us that they claim proves Livelys Accusations are unfounded. The video, recorded on May 23, 2023, shows the two actors filming a scene for the slow dance montage in question, surrounded by extras on a busy set. In the footage, Baldoni and Lively can be seen talking to each other about how to portray the intimate scene. At one point Lively suggests this Baldoni that it might be more “romantic” if the characters looked like they were talking instead of kissing during the dance.
In an exchange, Baldoni leans forward Lively and jokingly asks, “Can I get you a beard today?” Lively laughs and replies, “I’ll probably let you get a tan,” to which he says Baldoni replies: “It smells good.” The three shots captured in the video don’t show every moment of the scene, but they convey a much more carefree atmosphere than Livelys Allegations suggest. Baldonis The legal team claims the video shows both actors “conducting themselves well within the context of the scene” and with “mutual respect and professionalism.”
“The following videos from May 23, 2023 clearly refute this Ms. Livelys characterization of his behavior”, Baldonis the lawyer said in a statement accompanying the footage. “The scene in question was intended to show how the two characters fall in love and long to be close to each other.” The lawyer further emphasized that both actors “obviously behaved within the scope of the scene and with mutual respect and professionalism.”
Lively’s legal team responds: “Damaging” evidence
In response to the footage released: Livelys The legal team quickly responded with a statement, arguing that the video actually corroborated Lively’s version of events. You specifically pointed this out Livelys discomfort during the scene, stating that “every frame of the footage released confirms exactly what Ms….” Lively described in paragraph 48 of her complaint.”
Livelys Representatives argue that the video shows Lively tries to distance himself from it Baldonis makes progress while trying to maintain a relaxed atmosphere by laughing at the situation. “No woman should have to take defensive measures to avoid touching her employer without his or her consent,” they further stated, accusing her Baldoni to stage a “stunt” to forestall “damaging evidence” against him.
Livelys The team pointed out that in the footage Lively He can be seen “leaning away” and repeatedly asking the characters to “just talk” rather than engaging in physical contact, which they describe as an attempt at distraction Baldonis undesirable behavior. “Any woman who has been touched inappropriately in the workplace will recognize Ms. Lively’s discomfort,” they added.
The Legal Fallout: Baldoni’s Counterclaims
As the legal battle drags on, both sides continue to accuse each other of wrongdoing. Beyond the lawsuit filed by Lively, Baldoni has taken aggressive legal action itself. In December, he filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, claiming that the newspaper’s reporting on Lively’s allegations contained inaccuracies, misrepresentations and omissions that portrayed him in an unfair light. Additionally, Baldoni filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit on Jan. 16 against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds and her publicist Leslie Sloane, accusing them of damaging his reputation and conspiring to undermine his career.
As the legal proceedings continue Baldonis The team has announced plans to launch a website with additional correspondence and video footage that they hope will further discredit Lively’s claims and strengthen her defense.
What’s next for “It Ends With Us” and its stars?
As the legal drama continues, it remains unclear what impact the situation will have going forward It ends with us and its stars. The film, based on Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel, has already faced significant backlash due to the public nature of the allegations. It’s unclear whether the controversy will impact the film’s release or how the ongoing legal battle will play out.
Now both Lively And Baldoni seem determined to fight for their respective reputations, and each tells a very different narrative about what happened on set It ends with us. Only time will tell how this high-profile legal battle will turn out.
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