Judge dismisses several key claims in Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal battle
Learn why a judge tossed most of Blake Lively's claims before the trial
The legal battle between It Ends With Us co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has reached a significant turning point. In a recent ruling, a judge dismissed 10 of the 13 claims filed by Lively, including high-profile allegations of sexual harassment, defamation, and conspiracy. The court determined that the core harassment claims failed to meet the necessary legal requirements to proceed. This decision comes after a year of tension following the 2024 film’s release.
Despite this setback for Lively, three claims are still moving forward to trial, including breach of contract and accusations regarding a hostile work environment. Baldoni’s legal team expressed satisfaction with the ruling, noting the seriousness of the allegations and the court's careful review of the evidence. As the New York trial date of May 18th approaches, the industry remains focused on this unfolding drama, which stands in stark contrast to the pride author Colleen Hoover feels for the film’s final message.