Hollywood loves a behind-the-scenes scandal, and the brewing feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has just exploded into a full-blown public showdown. Allegations of sexual harassment, on-set misconduct, and a toxic campaign to tarnish reputations are turning the It Ends With Us set into a real-life soap opera — and trust me, this tea is scalding.
Blake Drops the Bombshells
Blake Lively, 37, has filed a complaint accusing her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni, 40, of inappropriate behavior on set. The allegations? Baldoni reportedly showed her explicit content, made crude remarks about cast and crew members, and tried to shoehorn explicit sex scenes into the film’s script.
According to the complaint, there was even an “all-hands” meeting to address Baldoni’s behavior, with Blake’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, reportedly present. If the thought of Deadpool stepping in to mediate drama doesn’t already have you on the edge of your seat, just wait.
Adding fuel to the fire, Blake claims Baldoni’s PR team orchestrated a smear campaign against her, using subcontractors to seed fake stories online that went viral.
Intimacy Coordinators and… Chaos?
Baldoni had previously praised the use of intimacy coordinators to ensure “safety” during filming, but Blake’s allegations paint a very different picture. The complaint details that Baldoni also inquired about her weight, referenced her deceased father, and allegedly engaged in a campaign of “social manipulation” to destroy her reputation.
Adding fuel to the fire, Blake claims Baldoni’s PR team orchestrated a smear campaign against her, using subcontractors to seed fake stories online that went viral. One text allegedly even revealed Baldoni wanted to ensure Blake could be “buried.”
Baldoni Fires Back
Baldoni’s lawyer didn’t hold back either, calling Blake’s claims “false, outrageous, and intentionally salacious.” He also accused her of planting negative stories about Baldoni and using public threats to derail the film’s release.
Freedman, Baldoni’s attorney, said Blake’s legal actions are a “desperate attempt to ‘fix’ her negative reputation” after backlash from her comments about domestic violence, her interviews, and some resurfaced questionable moments from her past.
A Sequel in Jeopardy?
The on-set tension has spilled over into the film’s potential sequel, It Starts With Us. Insiders say the chances of Blake and Justin working together again are slim to none. “There’s probably no world where these two will work together again,” a source told Variety. And honestly? Can you blame them?
Blake Speaks Out
In a rare public statement, Blake denied planting fake stories and defended her actions, saying, “I hope that my legal action helps pull back the curtain on these sinister retaliatory tactics.” She framed her complaint as a stand for accountability and protection for others who might face similar situations.
What Happens Next?
With no resolution in sight, this feud is poised to drag on — and you better believe we’ll be watching every twist and turn. Will Blake’s complaint spark systemic change, or will Baldoni’s camp successfully shift the narrative? One thing’s for sure: the drama off-screen is juicier than anything Hollywood could script.
What’s your take on Blake and Justin’s explosive feud? Are you Team Lively or Team Baldoni? Grab your popcorn and sound off in the comments, because the tea is always better when we spill it together.
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