Blake Lively Sues Justin Baldoni and team for Sexual Harassment, Baldoni is suing the New York Times
After publicizing misconduct allegations over the filming of It Ends With Us, Blake Lively has sued Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and orchestrating a campaign to smear her. https://t.co/PhuR5m2vBE
- The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 1, 2025
Blake Lively has officially filed a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, Melissa Nathan, Jennifer Abel and Wayfarer Studios for sexual harassment.
In addition to suing them for sexual harassment, Blake is also suing the different parties for orchestrating a smear campaign against her during press tour.
Blake had previously filed a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department and it was reported by the New York Times. In retaliation, Baldoni is now suing the New York Times for $250 million dollars for libel.
The NYT’s response:
The New York Times has responded to Justin Baldoni's $250 million lawsuit over its Blake Lively story.
"The role of an independent news organization is to follow the facts where they lead. Our story was meticulously and responsibly reported. It was based on a review of thousands… pic.twitter.com/SAn5HaJC0G
- Variety (@Variety) January 1, 2025
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