Lively And Reynolds Seek Dismissal Of Baldoni's $400 Million Lawsuit

In an important development, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have attempted to dismiss actor Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation case. The lawsuit claims slander and extortion as a result of Lively's sexual harassment allegations against Baldoni while filming It Ends With Us. 

 

 

 

 

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Background of the Legal Dispute

The legal fight began in December 2024, when Lively sued Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and conducting a revenge defamation campaign. In response, Baldoni sued Lively and Reynolds for $400 million, claiming slander and that they persuaded his talent agency, William Morris Endeavor (WME), to dismiss him as a client.

Current Legal Proceedings

Both parties are preparing for their first court hearing, which is planned for February 3, 2025. The trial date is set for March 9, 2026. Judge Lewis Liman intends to merge the lawsuits and will set a deadline for filing the motion. Both sides are not opposed to merging the cases.

Implications for the Entertainment Industry

This legal dispute has received a lot of attention, illustrating the intricacies of workplace behavior and the potential consequences for those in the entertainment business. The outcome of this case may set major precedents for defamation and harassment claims in the business. 

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