Judge Dismisses Most of Blake Lively's Suit Against Justin Baldoni
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Federal Judge Dismisses Most Claims in Blake Livelys Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni
In a recent ruling, a federal judge in New York dismissed most claims in Blake Livelys lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, stemming from their film It Ends With Us. The judge determined that Lively was an independent contractor, not an employee, under federal law, which led to the dismissal of sexual harassment accusations. The case, which began in December 2022, has been marked by legal disputes, with Baldoni and his production company countersuing Lively and Ryan Reynolds for defamation. The judge previously dismissed these claims in June. Despite the controversy, the film, released in August 2024, was a box office success, earning $50 million on its opening weekend. The trial is set to begin on May 18, 2025, with jury selection underway. This high-profile case highlights the blurred lines between art and reality in Hollywood.
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