In a surprising turn in the ongoing legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, the director and co-star of It Ends with Us has released behind-the-scenes footage to refute allegations of sexual harassment. This move comes after Blake Lively, 37, filed a lawsuit citing claims of inappropriate conduct during the film’s production.
Key Highlights:
Blake Lively’s Allegations
The lawsuit, as reported by Deadline, outlines several accusations against Baldoni, including inappropriate comments about weight, discussions of sexual topics, and references to his “pornography addiction.” Additional claims include Baldoni allegedly showing explicit images to Lively and making inappropriate remarks about the cast and crew.
Lively also stated that during a critical meeting attended by her husband, Ryan Reynolds, she demanded specific boundaries, such as:
- Ceasing the display of explicit images.
- No addition of unapproved sex scenes.
- Avoiding comments about her late father.
These allegations reportedly caused “severe emotional distress” for Lively.
Justin Baldoni’s Response
In response, Baldoni’s legal team released footage of a slow-dance scene featuring Lively and Baldoni’s characters, Lily Bloom and Ryle Kincaid. The clip, aimed at countering the allegations, showcases a collaborative and respectful atmosphere during the shoot.
The footage reportedly depicts the actors working through a kissing sequence, with Lively joking about Baldoni’s beard and mentioning her spray tan transferring onto him. Baldoni’s team emphasized that the footage demonstrates a professional and cordial working relationship, disputing the claims of misconduct.
What’s Next?
The legal battle between the two high-profile stars continues to unfold. With both parties presenting evidence to support their narratives, the case remains a topic of intense public and media interest.
As the It Ends with Us controversy develops, the released BTS footage adds another layer to the ongoing legal battle. While Baldoni seeks to prove his professionalism, Lively stands firm on her allegations, leaving the outcome to be determined in court.
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