Justin Baldoni's lawyer released shocking footage that completely destroys Blake Lively's claims
by Justin Baldoni The legal team has just released explosive footage that they claim is completely contradictory Blake Lively's the allegations raise serious questions about his version of events.
the ongoing legal dispute between It ends with us interlocutors Justin Baldoni and Blake Livelynew images have been released by Baldoni's the legal team set the stage for the final round of claims and counterclaims. The video, which lasts about 10 minutes, aims to refute Lively's accusations of sexual harassment and makes Baldoni acted “with respect and professionalism” during the filming of the main scene. The footage directly addresses allegations made by Lively in her sexual assault lawsuit, with Baldoni's legal team arguing that the video contradicts Lively's version of events.
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Allegations: Blake Lively's claim and Baldoni's denial
In December 2023 Blake Lively accused and appealed to the court Justin Baldoni sexual harassment during the production of his films It ends with us. According to Lively's complaint, during the filming of a slow dance montage, Baldoni made an inappropriate comment about how she “smells so nice” while trailing his lips on her neck — an act. Alive described as “not remotely in character or based on any of the dialogue in the script”. Her lawsuit also claims that Baldoni's behavior during the scene went beyond what was necessary for the film, describing it as “caressing” that did not match her role.
When the legal battle intensified Alive accused Baldoni Creating a “hostile work environment” that threatens to prevent production. She also accused him of orchestrating a media smear campaign to damage his reputation after he raised concerns about his behavior on set. Baldoniin turn, strongly denied the allegations, claiming that he had always treated Lively with the utmost respect and professionalism.
New Footage: Baldoni's Legal Team Responds
Tuesday, by Justin Baldoni The lawyer released footage from the set It ends with us proves what they claim Lively's the claims are baseless. The video, shot on May 23, 2023, shows the two actors filming a scene for a slow dance montage surrounded by extras in a tense shoot. In the footage, Baldoni and Livey are seen talking to each other about how to portray an intimate scene. Lively suggests at one point Baldoni It might be “more romantic” if the characters appear to be talking rather than kissing during the dance.
In an exchange, Baldoni leans to the side Alive and jokingly asks, “Shave you today?” Alive he laughs and replies, “I must have blacked out on you.” Baldoni “It smells good,” he replies. The three shots in the video, while not showing every moment of the scene, offer a lighter atmosphere than that. Lively's makes accusations. Baldoni's The legal team claims that in the video, both actors behave “well within the framework of the scene” and with “mutual respect and professionalism.”
“The following videos taken on May 23, 2023 clearly disprove Ms. Lively behavior characterization” Baldoni's the lawyer said in a statement accompanying the footage. “The scene in question was designed to show the two characters falling in love and longing to be close to each other.” The lawyer further emphasized that both actors “conduct themselves clearly well within the framework of the scene and with mutual respect and professionalism.”
Lively's Legal Team Responds: Evidence 'To Be Damned'
In response to the footage, Lively's the legal team quickly responded with a statement claiming that the video actually corroborated Lively's version of events. They mentioned specifically Lively's expressing concern during the scene, “each frame of the opening images confirms what the lady said to the letter. Alive It is described in paragraph 48 of the complaint.
Lively's Representatives maintain that the video was shown Alive trying to get away Baldoni's moving forward, but at the same time trying to maintain a light atmosphere by laughing at the situation. “No woman should take protective measures to prevent her employer from touching her without her consent,” they said and further charged. Baldoni staging a “stunt” to preempt “damaging evidence” against him.
Lively's the team noted that in personnel Alive “pulls away” and appears to repeatedly ask the characters to “just talk” instead of making physical contact, which they describe as an attempt to bend. Baldoni's undesirable behavior. “Any woman who has been touched inappropriately in the workplace will understand Ms Lively's concerns,” they said.
Legal Fallout: Baldoni's countersuits
As the legal battle drags on, both sides continue to accuse the other of wrongdoing. Outside of the open lawsuit Alive, Baldoni took aggressive legal action of its own. She filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The New York Times in December, alleging that the paper's coverage of Lively's allegations contained inaccuracies, misrepresentations and omissions that unfairly portrayed her. In addition, Baldoni On January 16, Lively filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit against her husband Ryan Reynolds and publicist Leslie Sloane, accusing them of defaming her reputation and conspiring to harm her career.
As legal proceedings continue, Baldoni's the team announced plans to create a website with additional correspondence and video footage that would further discredit Lively's claims and bolster her defense.
What's next for 'End With Us' and its stars?
As the legal drama continues, it's unclear how the situation will affect his future It ends with us and its stars. The film, based on Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, has already faced serious setbacks due to the public nature of the allegations. It is unclear whether the dispute will affect the film's release or how the ongoing legal battle will play out.
Meanwhile, both Alive and Baldoni Each seems determined to fight for their reputation, each offering a very different story about what happened on set. It ends with us. Time will tell how this tumultuous legal battle will play out.
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