Federal Judge Dismisses Justin Baldoni $400M Defamation Lawsuit Against Blake Lively

A federal judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation and extortion lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and The New York Times, ruling that allegations made in a lawsuit are legally immune from defamation claims. The lawsuit stemmed from Lively’s sexual harassment allegations against Baldoni during the production of their film It Ends With Us. Despite the dismissal, Baldoni’s legal team plans to amend four out of seven claims against Lively and continue the legal battle. Following the ruling, Lively publicly reaffirmed her commitment to women's rights and condemned retaliatory lawsuits, partnering with multiple organizations advocating for women's safety. Baldoni’s fans expressed dissatisfaction online, while supporters such as Amber Tamblyn praised Lively’s legal victory as a win for women who speak out. Lively’s attorneys called the lawsuit a sham, highlighting the court’s complete vindication of their client and the others involved.