Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively.
A Fed Judge Swatted Away Justin Baldoni's Counterclaim against Blake Lively Images
📅 Update (June 10, 2025): Get ready for a dramatic twist in the high-stakes $400 million defamation brawl between actor Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, as a federal judge in New York has thrown out Baldoni’s counterclaim! However, the sharp-shooting lawyer can still dust off his case and lodge fresh arguments related to alleged breach of contract by Blake Lively before June 23, 2025.
💫 History:
Justin Baldoni accused Blake Lively and her hubby, Ryan Reynolds, of pulling off an extortionist stunt, defaming him after sexual harassment allegations surfaced on the set of their movie, "It Ends With Us," known as "Isto Acaba Aqui" in Portuguese. Baldoni's legal team contended that Lively had masterminded a smear campaign to wreck his reputation.
💪 Judge's Ruling:
According to Judge Lewis J. Liman, Blake Lively's statements in her complaint to the California Department of Civil Rights were shielded by legal privilege and free from defamation. The judge also waved goodbye to Baldoni's $250 million lawsuit against the New York Times, claiming defamation and invasion of privacy.
"Total Victory" Says Lively's Squad
Blake Lively's legal aces pronounced the federal judge’s decision a “total victory” for everyone dragged into this legal standoff, including Ryan Reynolds, Leslie Sloane, and the New York Times.
⏳ Future Trip:
The confrontation between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively remains scheduled for March 9, 2026, as prescribed by Judge Lewis J. Liman. Keep your popcorn packets handy for a rollercoaster ride ahead!
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"Given the recent events, the high-profile legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively adds an exciting layer to the world of entertainment, with the latest victory for Blake Lively and her associates potentially influencing attitudes towards celebrities involved in defamation cases."
"As the courtroom drama between Baldoni and Lively continues, the upcoming face-off in March 2026 promises to bring even more attention to the entertainment industry and its high-profile figures, adding further intrigue to the broader conversation on reputations and legal consequences."
