Blake Lively has spoken out regarding the footage shared by Justin Baldoni’s legal team following her allegations of sexual harassment during the filming of a scene from “It Ends With Us.” The actress, aged 37, expressed discomfort in the raw footage released to the press by Baldoni’s team.
According to Lively’s lawyer, the video released by Baldoni’s team is incriminating, aligning closely with Lively’s previous complaints against him. The footage showcases three takes of a dance scene featuring Lively and Baldoni, aged 40, who not only starred but also directed the film. Lively’s team asserts that the video portrays instances of inappropriate behavior by Baldoni, including unwanted advances and intimate gestures, all of which were allegedly improvised without prior discussion or consent.
Lively’s legal representatives emphasized that the depicted intimacy was not scripted and that Lively’s reactions, including leaning away from Baldoni and requesting to focus on the characters talking, were genuine. The lawyer further highlighted the discomfort experienced by Lively, noting her attempts to deflect unwanted advances.
Regarding the release of the video to the media, Lively’s team condemned it as an unethical tactic to manipulate public opinion and part of a larger pattern of harassment. They reiterated their commitment to pursuing legal action against Baldoni and his associates through proper legal channels rather than media sensationalism.
The lawsuit filed by Lively in December accuses Baldoni of creating a hostile work environment through disturbing and unprofessional behavior, specifically citing the alleged incident during the dance scene. In response, Baldoni has counter-sued, claiming that Lively suggested he undergo cosmetic surgery during the filming of a romance sequence, as seen in the newly revealed video where they banter about his nose.
In light of the ongoing legal battle, both parties continue to stand by their respective claims, with Lively’s camp seeking justice through the judicial system rather than media sensationalism.