Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni‘s Feud Over ‘It Ends With Us’ Intensifies as Leaked Footage Sparks New Controversy.
In a dramatic turn of events, the ongoing feud between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over the upcoming film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel “It Ends With Us” has taken a new twist.
The controversy now centers around leaked behind-the-scenes footage, with both stars claiming the video evidence supports their respective narratives.
The film, produced by Baldoni’s Wayfarer Studio and distributed by Sony, has been embroiled in controversies for some time. On Tuesday, Baldoni’s legal team, led by attorney Bryan Freedman, provided the Daily Mail with a video clip they believe debunks Lively’s accusations against the actor-director.
The footage, which spans nearly 10 minutes, captures a pivotal slow-dance scene between the characters, a tender moment of budding romance. However, this very scene has now become the focal point of allegations and counterclaims.
Lively’s lawsuit alleges that Baldoni behaved inappropriately during the filming of this scene, stepping out of character to engage in unconsented physical actions, including leaning in close and whispering in her ear, “It smells so good.” Her team asserts that these actions were not part of the script and lacked any prior discussion or consent.
In contrast, Baldoni’s legal team claims the video proves that the actors “acted with mutual respect and professionalism” during the filming. However, the footage does not include audio, leaving room for interpretation.
Lively’s attorneys argue that the footage only bolsters their case, describing it as a “manufactured media stunt.” They claim the video corroborates Lively’s discomfort and Baldoni’s inappropriate conduct, adding that no intimacy coordinator was present during filming, a critical oversight in today’s industry standards.
Baldoni, in turn, has launched a $400 million countersuit against Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds, alleging they orchestrated a smear campaign against him. Freedman, Baldoni’s attorney, has dismissed Lively’s claims and accused her of seeking to manipulate public opinion.
The ongoing feud between Lively and Baldoni over the “It Ends With Us” project has captivated the entertainment industry, leaving fans and observers alike eagerly awaiting the final resolution of this high-stakes drama.
