Actress Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her co-star and director of the film “It Ends with Us,” Justin Baldoni, for alleged sexual harassment. Lively claims that Baldoni, along with the studio and publicists involved in the film, caused her severe emotional distress and engaged in a campaign to damage her reputation after she spoke up about harassment on set.
In response, Baldoni’s attorney has denied the allegations, stating that the claims are false and malicious. The lawsuit also alleges that Baldoni used domestic violence survivor content to protect his public image and engaged in retaliatory actions against Lively.
The film, based on a best-selling novel, was released in August amidst rumors of a feud between Lively and Baldoni. Despite the controversy, Baldoni emphasized the message of creating a safer world through compassion and empathy in interviews promoting the movie.
The lawsuit highlights the ongoing issue of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry and the importance of holding individuals accountable for their behavior. Both Lively and Baldoni continue to be in the spotlight as the legal battle unfolds.
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