Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Releases Shocking Footage That Completely Destroys Blake Lively’s Claims

Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Releases Shocking Footage That Completely Destroys Blake Lively’s Claims

Justin Baldoni the legal team just released explosive footage that they claim is completely contradictory Blake Lively allegations that raise serious questions about her version of events.

In the ongoing litigation between It ends with us stars Justin Baldoni and Blake Livelynew footage released Baldoni the legal team prepared the latest set of claims and counterclaims. The video, which is almost 10 minutes long, aims to make a rebuttal Alive accusations of sexual harassment and suggests that Baldoni acted with “respect and professionalism” while filming a key scene. The footage directly relates to Lively’s claims in her sexual harassment lawsuit, with Baldoni’s legal team arguing that the video contradicts Lively’s version of events.

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Allegations: Blake Lively’s lawsuit and Baldoni’s denial

In December 2023 Blake Lively sued with accusations Justin Baldoni sexual harassment during the production of his film It ends with us. According to Lively’s complaint, during the filming of a slow dance montage, Baldoni allegedly made an inappropriate comment: “it smells so good” as he ran his lips down her neck — the action Lively described as “remotely out of character or based on scripted dialogue”. Her lawsuit also alleged that Baldoni’s behavior during the scene went beyond what was necessary for the film, describing it as a “caress” that was out of character for their roles.

The legal battle escalated when Lively accused Baldoni creating a “hostile work environment” that allegedly threatened to disrupt production. She also accused him of orchestrating a media smear campaign to damage her reputation after she raised concerns about his behavior on set. Baldonifor his part, categorically denied these accusations, claiming that he always treated Lively with the utmost respect and professionalism.

Newly released footage: Baldoni’s legal team’s response

on tuesday Justin Baldoni the lawyer published footage from the set It ends with us what they claim proves Alive the accusations are baseless. The video, shot on May 23, 2023, shows the two actors filming a scene for the slow-motion dance montage in question, surrounded by extras on a busy set. The footage shows Baldoni and Lively talking to each other about how to portray the intimate scene. At one point, Lively suggests Baldoni that it might be “more romantic” to have the characters talk instead of kiss during the dance.

In one exchange, Baldoni leans towards Lively and jokingly asks: “Do you have a beard today?” Lively laughs and replies, “I must be tanning on you,” to which Baldoni replies, “It smells good.” The three shots captured in the video, while not showing every moment of the scene, present a much more light-hearted atmosphere than Alive the charges suggest. Baldoni The legal team claims the video shows both actors behaving “within the confines of the scene” with “mutual respect and professionalism.”

“The following videos, taken on May 23, 2023, clearly disprove At Ms. Lively’s characterizing his behavior.” Baldoni – says the lawyer’s statement accompanying the video recording. “The scene in question was designed to show the two characters falling in love and wanting to be together.” The lawyer also emphasized that both actors “obviously behaved well within the confines of the scene and with mutual respect and professionalism.”

Lively’s legal team responds: “Incriminating” evidence

In response to the published footage, Alive the legal team quickly responded with a statement claiming that the video actually corroborated Lively’s version of events. They specifically pointed to Alive discomfort during the scene, stating that “every frame of the released video material clearly confirms that Mr. Lively described in paragraph 48 of her complaint.’

Alive representatives claim the video shows Lively trying to distance himself from Baldoni advances while trying to keep the atmosphere light by laughing at the situation. “No woman should have to take protective measures to avoid being touched by an employer without their consent,” they said, further charging Baldoni to stage a “stunt” to get ahead of the “damaging evidence” against him.

Alive the team noted that in the footage, Lively they can be seen “turning away” and repeatedly asking the characters to “just talk” instead of engaging in physical contact, which they describe as an attempt to reject Baldoni unwanted behavior. “Any woman who has been touched inappropriately in the workplace will notice Ms. Lively’s discomfort,” they added.

Legal implications: Baldoni’s counterclaims

As the legal battle drags on, both sides continue to accuse each other of misconduct. In addition to the lawsuit filed by Lively, Baldoni took aggressive legal action himself. In December, he filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, alleging that the newspaper’s coverage of Lively’s allegations contained inaccuracies, misrepresentations and omissions that portrayed him in an unfair light. In addition, Baldoni filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit on Jan. 16 against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds and her publicist Leslie Sloan, accusing them of defaming him and conspiring to undermine his career.

As the trial unfolded, Baldoni the team announced plans to launch a website with additional correspondence and video footage that they hope will further discredit Lively’s claims and bolster their defense.

What’s next for This Ends With Us and its stars?

As the legal drama continues, it remains unclear how the situation will affect the future It ends with us and its stars. The film, based on Colin Hoover’s best-selling novel, has already faced significant setbacks due to the public nature of the allegations. It’s unclear whether the dispute will affect the film’s release or how the ongoing legal battle will play out.

For now, both Lively and Baldoni appear determined to fight for their reputations, each presenting a very different account of what happened on set It ends with us. Only time will tell how this high-profile legal battle ends.

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