The drama surrounding It Ends With Us and its stars is escalating by the minute, turning what started as quiet rumors of doubt and criticism about the movie into a full-blown storm during the movie’s promotional tour. Now, things have taken a juicier twist, as Blake Lively recently filed a legal complaint. But Justin Baldoni isn’t one to stay silent as reportedly, he’s gearing up for a counterattack with his own lawsuit.
What began as fan concerns about the casting has spiraled into a Hollywood showdown, now set to be complete with a courtroom drama. Both sides seem ready to fight fire with fire, making this behind-the-scenes saga much more intriguing than the movie itself.
Tables turned? Justin Baldoni getting ready to fire back with a countersuit against Blake Lively!
Blake Lively‘s explosive legal complaint has taken the world by storm, accusing Justin Baldoni and Jamey Heath, CEO of his production company, Wayfarer Studios, of workplace unprofessionalism, inappropriate behavior, and even masterminding a smear campaign against her. Baldoni, however, isn’t having it.
Denying all claims, his lawyer didn’t mince words, declaring they won’t back down easily. The upcoming countersuit promises to reveal the “truth” and take down “those who think they’re untouchable.” In a chat with People magazine, Veteran attorney Bryan Freedman stated,
The attorney referred to the New York Times that lit the spark with its bombshell article, “We Can Bury Anyone: Inside a Hollywood Smear Machine” breaking news of Blake Lively’s legal complaint against Justin Baldoni and even publishing the full document for public view. Freedman further added,
Fans are now eagerly waiting for Baldoni’s countersuit, which is set to be filled as soon as the courts reopen in the new year.
What will Justin Baldoni reveal in his counter-response?
Justin Baldoni’s legal team isn’t just brushing off Blake Lively’s accusations, they are preparing for a full-scale legal war. Other than disavowing the claims made by Lively The Daily Mail, reports that Baldoni’s countersuit will focus on Lively’s PR team, led by her longtime publicist Leslie Sloane, claiming they masterminded a smear campaign designed to ruin his reputation and not the other way around.
Freedman also promises that the upcoming filing will “shock everyone” with evidence that he says will not only dismantle Lively’s claims but also reveal the real story of what happened behind the scenes.
Freedman insists that the countersuit is backed by “real evidence.” He also alleged that the New York Times, which made waves by publishing Lively’s legal complaint, included doctored texts and manipulated evidence in its report. As this drama continues to unravel, fans are bracing for even more fireworks when Baldoni’s side officially responds.