Justin Baldoni has unveiled new footage from the film “It Ends With Us” as he continues to refute allegations of sexual harassment. The actor is facing accusations from his co-star, Blake Lively, who claims he behaved inappropriately during the production. Lively recently took legal action against Baldoni and the movie’s director, alleging not only sexual harassment but also a deliberate campaign by undisclosed public relations personnel to tarnish her reputation following her complaints.
Court documents reveal the significant emotional toll on Lively, affecting not only herself but also her husband, Ryan Reynolds, and their four children. In response, Baldoni filed his own lawsuit against Lively and Reynolds, accusing them of defaming him. His legal team asserts that Lively’s PR team escalated false allegations by falsely claiming she was sexually assaulted, a statement not even made by Lively herself, with the intention of damaging Baldoni’s reputation.
To counter the sexual harassment claims, Baldoni’s legal representatives have released a 10-minute video aiming to disprove the allegations. They argue that the footage demonstrates Baldoni’s innocence and supports their defense. Emphasizing that Baldoni has been transparent throughout the process, they maintain that the video corroborates his position.
The video, obtained by Page Six, begins with a statement from Baldoni’s team addressing Lively’s allegations of inappropriate behavior during a scene filmed in May 2023. Contrary to Lively’s claims that the footage lacked audio, the video attempts to debunk her assertions. The statement clarifies that the scene in question was intended to depict a romantic connection between the characters, with both actors displaying professionalism and mutual respect. The footage captures three consecutive takes of the scene.
The clip reveals the actors engaging in a slow dance scene for the movie, featuring their casual conversation and playful interactions. The exchange includes light-hearted banter about physical contact and humorous remarks between the co-stars. The video aims to showcase the amicable and professional nature of the filming process, countering the allegations of misconduct.
Overall, Baldoni’s legal team’s strategic release of the video seeks to challenge the sexual harassment accusations and defend the actor’s reputation amid the ongoing legal dispute with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds.