Hollywood clash: Baldoni sues lively over harassment claims
Justin Baldoni has shared further incidents from the set of the film "It Ends With Us," alleging that Blake Lively made catty remarks about his appearance. Furthermore, her well-known friend, Taylor Swift, was involved in the issue. Baldoni is demanding a substantial amount in compensation.
For several weeks, Hollywood has been buzzing about the conflict that emerged on the set of "It Ends With Us." The lead actress, Blake Lively, has filed a lawsuit against her co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment by allegedly invading her privacy and adding more explicit scenes to the script. In his defence, Baldoni has presented his side of the story, insisting that Lively engaged in significant manipulation.
Baldoni's legal team has announced plans to file several lawsuits concerning the violation of their client's personal rights. They are initially demanding $348 million CAD from the publisher of "The New York Times" for allegedly starting a "cruel defamation campaign" initiated by Lively to discredit Baldoni. However, this marks only the beginning of their legal battles.
Could Blake Lively be required to pay $555 million CAD to her co-star?
Justin Baldoni is seeking significant compensation from the actress and her husband, Ryan Reynolds. The amount is $555 million CAD. A 179-page lawsuit was filed in a New York court a few days ago.
A new development, revealed through documents accessed by the editorial team at Page Six, accuses the star couple of enlisting a pop icon to gain more control over the film's production. The artist in question is Taylor Swift.
The lawsuit claims that Baldoni was invited to Blake's New York apartment, where Reynolds and their "famous and very close friend" were also present, allegedly praising Lively's script revisions. After the meeting, Baldoni allegedly sent a text message to Lively referencing the rooftop scene where their characters meet for the first time.
Also was working on rooftop scene today, I really love what you did. It really does hep a lot. Makes it so much more fun and interesting. (And I would have felt that way without Ryan and Taylor) You really are a talent across the board. Really excited nd grateful to do this together - reportedly read the text message.
Blake Lively allegedly responded, telling Baldoni she wants him to "succeed" as a director and actor while assuring him they are on the same team. Her lengthy message concluded by comparing herself to "Mother of Dragons" Khaleesi, a character from "Game of Thrones," and referencing the powerful forces that support her.
If you ever get around to watching Game of Thrones, you’ll appreciate that I’m Khaleesi, and like her, I happen to have a few dragons. For better or worse, but usually for better. Because my dragons also protect those I fight for. So really we all benefit from those gorgeous monsters of mine. You will too, I can promise you.
Justin Baldoni's lawyers interpreted this message as an attempt to exert pressure and hinted at potential encounters with the "two very influential celebrities" symbolized as dragons.
Blake Lively allegedly mocked Baldoni's appearance in a crude manner
The documents submitted to the court describe a challenging day of filming for Baldoni, during which Blake Lively allegedly made a critical comment about him.
Lively joked about Baldoni's nose, suggesting he should get plastic surgery - this account is among the many stories that reportedly occurred on the set of "It Ends With Us."
Evidential materials purportedly include a recording of this uncomfortable situation. Clearly affected by the inappropriate remark, Justin discussed the issue of facial dysmorphia on his podcast "Man Enough."
It is worth noting that Blake Lively had previously directed similar accusations against her legal adversary, suggesting he criticized her post-pregnancy weight gain after her fourth child.
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