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Justin Baldoni refutes Blake Lively’s harassment allegations with video evidence

January 22, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Justin Baldoni presented It Ends With Us footage to counter allegations.
It seeks to challenge Lively’s claims about inappropriate behavior.
According to his legal counsel, the footage disproves the accusations.

Justin Baldoni has presented raw footage from the set of It Ends With Us to counter sexual harassment allegations made by co-star Blake Lively. The 10-minute video, released by Baldoni’s attorney Bryan Freedman and obtained by Page Six, seeks to challenge Lively’s claims about inappropriate behavior during a slow-dancing scene.

According to Baldoni’s legal counsel, the footage, filmed in May 2023, disproves the accusations. “The scene in question was designed to show the two characters falling in love and longing to be close to one another. Both actors are clearly behaving well within the scope of the scene and with mutual respect and professionalism,” the legal statement asserted.

The video captures Lively, 37, and Baldoni, 40, slow dancing in a bar set, exchanging lighthearted remarks between takes. At one point, Lively jokes about feeling “so nosey” when their noses touch, to which Baldoni responds, “I know. And my nose is so big.” Lively humorously adds, “Yes. I was hoping we could address this. It’s not too late,” suggesting surgery in jest.

In another clip, Baldoni jokes about getting beard on Lively, who responds about possibly transferring her spray tan to him. Baldoni replies, “It smells good.”

This footage, released in response to Lively’s December 2024 lawsuit, aims to provide a clearer context and refute her allegations.

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Justin Baldoni’s publicist in hot water for alleged involvement in Blake Lively smear campaign

December 26, 2024 by Areej Afzal

Justin Baldoni’s publicist is at the center of a legal battle.
She was involved in an alleged smear campaign against Blake Lively.
Lively had filed a lawsuit accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment.

Justin Baldoni’s publicist, Jennifer Abel, is at the center of a legal battle following allegations of bullying and her involvement in an alleged smear campaign against actress Blake Lively. The controversy follows Lively’s lawsuit accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment and orchestrating a campaign to tarnish her reputation during the filming of It Ends With Us.

Abel, who recently left her role at the PR firm Jonesworks, is now being sued by her former employer for defamation and breach of contract. According to Jonesworks, led by Stephanie Jones, Abel “stole over 70 documents” and secretly contacted clients before starting her new firm, RWA Communications. “Jennifer tendered her resignation in July and had agreed to stay on until August 23. She was terminated early after Jonesworks discovered that she had stolen over 70 documents,” the firm claimed.

An insider close to Abel denied these accusations, asserting, “They were not ‘stolen,’ nor were any other clients.” Abel’s team contends the lawsuit is retaliatory, highlighting that several high-profile clients, including Baldoni, moved to her new firm.

In her resignation letter, Abel admitted, “I take full responsibility for my part in all of this. I’m not proud of how emotional I get in these situations.”

The lawsuit adds to the growing scandal surrounding Baldoni, who has denied all allegations of misconduct.

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Blake Lively’s former co-stars rally behind her amid harassment allegations

December 23, 2024 by Areej Afzal

Blake Lively’s co-stars have publicly supported her.
The trio released a joint statement on Instagram.
Lively had filed a complaint against Justin Baldonifor.

Blake Lively’s co-stars from the 2005 film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants—America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, and Alexis Bledel—have publicly supported her amidst allegations of harassment against It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni.

The trio released a joint statement on Instagram, declaring, “As Blake’s friends and sisters for over twenty years, we stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation.”

The statement continued, “Throughout the filming of It Ends With Us, we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice.” They further condemned the use of domestic violence survivors’ stories, calling it “astounding hypocrisy.”

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Lively’s complaint, filed with California Civil Rights authorities, accuses Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios of launching a “sophisticated, coordinated, and well-financed retaliation plan” after she raised concerns about on-set harassment. The alleged plan included planting false narratives online and amplifying Baldoni’s credibility while damaging hers.

Her demands, outlined after a tense meeting, included the banning of inappropriate content on set, limits on discussions about personal matters, and the presence of an intimacy coordinator during certain scenes. Despite the controversy, It Ends With Us, based on Colleen Hoover’s bestseller, debuted to a strong $50 million opening.

Baldoni’s legal team has called the allegations “completely false, outrageous, and intentionally salacious,” countering that crisis managers were hired to address Lively’s “demands and threats” during production.

The dispute has sparked significant public discussion, with Lively’s co-stars expressing admiration for her courage in standing up for workplace safety.

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Actor Justin Baldoni hints at potential sequel of ‘It Ends With Us’

December 6, 2024 by Areej Afzal

Justin Baldoni addressed the possibility of “It Ends With Us” sequel.
Baldoni acknowledged the widespread enthusiasm for a sequel.
He revealed that the team is taking a measured approach.

Justin Baldoni has addressed the possibility of a sequel to the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel It Ends With Us.

Following the film’s success and the positive response from fans, many have speculated about a potential sequel. However, the 40-year-old actor, who also directed the film, emphasized his focus on the present moment.

In an exclusive interview with E! News, Baldoni acknowledged the widespread enthusiasm for a sequel but revealed that the team is taking a measured approach. “People ask me all the time about sequels,” he said. “We are at the place where we are just trying to be in the moment, and I’m just overwhelmed with gratitude for the lives that this has impacted and changed.”

Baldoni explained that a sequel is not currently being discussed, as the team is still celebrating the film’s success. He reflected on the years of hard work and effort that went into bringing the story to the screen. Additionally, he celebrated the film’s recent release on Netflix, expressing hope that it would reach an even broader audience.

The film, which stars Baldoni alongside Blake Lively and Brandon Sklenar, follows Lily Bloom’s emotional journey through an abusive relationship, resonating deeply with viewers.

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It Ends With Us: Release date announced for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s upcoming film

July 9, 2023 by Web Desk

It Ends With Us. The movie adaptation, starring Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, and Brandon Sklenar, will come to theaters earlier than expected. Sony Pictures and Wayfarer Studios shared that the highly anticipated film will be released on February 9, 2024. Even though there was a delay in production because of a writers’ strike, the filmmakers … Read more

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to star in It Ends With Us movie

January 27, 2023 by Web Desk

In an adaptation of “It Ends With Us,” Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively will co-star. Justin will also serve as the film’s director. He first acquired the rights to the concept in 2019. The bestselling novel “It Ends With Us” by Colleen Hoover will be adapted for the big screen by Sony Pictures and Wayfarer … Read more

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