Blake Lively sues Justin Baldoni over alleged harassment on *It Ends With Us* set
A high-profile legal dispute has unfolded between actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni. In December 2024, Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and retaliation. The case is scheduled to go to trial in March 2026.
The conflict stems from an incident during the filming of It Ends With Us, where Baldoni allegedly made inappropriate comments about Lively’s weight. The situation escalated when her husband, Ryan Reynolds, confronted the director in a New York penthouse, with several A-list celebrities present.
The confrontation took place after Baldoni reportedly asked Lively’s trainer about her weight before a scene. Reynolds, who was on set, viewed this as 'fat-shaming' and directly challenged the director. Witnesses at the penthouse included Taylor Swift, Hugh Jackman, and Lively herself.
During the heated exchange, Baldoni became emotional and later issued an apology. Despite this, Lively proceeded with legal action, filing her lawsuit months later.
In May, Baldoni’s legal team attempted to subpoena Taylor Swift, claiming she might have relevant information. However, Swift’s representative clarified she had no involvement with the film. Both Swift and Jackman had earlier been listed as potential witnesses by Lively’s lawyers.
Publicly, Jackman has shown support for Lively, attending the It Ends With Us premiere and appearing alongside her on a Vogue cover. The case continues to draw attention as the trial date approaches.
The lawsuit remains ongoing, with the trial set for March 2026. Lively’s legal team has already named key witnesses, though Swift’s possible testimony was dismissed. The outcome could impact how workplace conduct is addressed in the film industry moving forward.
