Blake Lively sues Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment

Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her “It Ends With Us” co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and orchestrating a retaliatory smear campaign.

Their time working on the film, an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, released in August 2024, stemmed the allegations.

Blake Lively’s lawsuit outlines multiple incidents of alleged misconduct, including unwanted physical contact during filming, such as improvised kissing scenes.

Baldoni is accused of inappropriate comments and entering Blake Lively’s makeup trailer without permission.

The lawsuit alleges Baldoni and Heath created a hostile work environment with explicit videos and remarks about Lively’s weight and personal life.

The filing claims Baldoni launched a smear campaign against Lively after she raised concerns about his behavior.

Evidence reportedly includes text messages and emails suggesting deliberate attempts to discredit the actress through negative press and social media manipulation.

Baldoni’s legal team denies the accusations, calling them baseless and claiming they aim to protect Lively’s tarnished public image.

Despite the controversy, “It Ends With Us” achieved significant commercial success, grossing over $350 million at the box office.

The allegations have cast a shadow over the film’s production and its critical reception.

Colleen Hoover, the author of the source novel, has publicly expressed support for Blake Lively, calling her “honest” and “kind.”

As the lawsuit unfolds, it is likely to spark broader discussions about workplace safety and accountability in Hollywood.