Judge drops major claims in Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni case

A New York judge has dismissed 10 claims made by Blake Lively in her legal dispute with Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director in It Ends With Us. The dropped claims include allegations of sexual harassment, marking a major shift in the case before trial. Despite this setback, the lawsuit is far from over. The court confirmed that several key claims—such as breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding and abetting retaliation—will still proceed.

The trial is scheduled for May and is expected to focus on these remaining issues. This update highlights the complex nature of legal battles in the entertainment industry, where high-profile partnerships can quickly turn into courtroom conflicts.