Judge Wipes Out Baldoni’s ‘Lively Pressured Swift’ Letter
Great, because what we needed was another headline about Hollywood hotshots flinging legal mud. A Los Angeles judge has officially tossed out an “improper” letter from Justin Baldoni’s lawyers that claimed Blake Lively leaned on Taylor Swift—yes, that Taylor Swift—to influence testimony in his divorce battle. This little missive was supposed to bolster Baldoni’s defense in his split from Emily Baldoni, but instead it landed with a thud on the courthouse floor.
The filing in question alleged that Lively personally reached out to Swift, urging the pop superstar to back up certain statements that would supposedly paint Justin in a better light. The judge wasn’t having any of it, calling the tactic out as hearsay and an abuse of court procedure. According to court documents obtained by People Magazine, the letter went way beyond acceptable boundaries, attempting to drag a non-party superstar into the fray without any hard proof. A source from The Hollywood Reporter adds that the court even hinted at sanctions if Baldoni’s team tries a stunt like this again.
If you’re wondering how this all played out, here’s the rundown: Baldoni’s attorneys submitted the letter as evidence, hoping it would sway the judge on custody matters. Instead, the presiding judge—pointing to California’s strict rules on evidence—struck it “without prejudice,” meaning Baldoni could refile a redacted version that doesn’t rely on unverified gossip. Meanwhile, Emily Baldoni’s side reportedly smirked as their opposition fumbled in open court.
Let’s not pretend this was some innocent misstep. Court insiders tell Dotdash Meredith that the letter arrived late, full of bold accusations but zero concrete proof: no emails, no recorded calls, not even a DM screenshot. It read more like a tabloid tidbit than a legal exhibit. I told you so: when you build your case on whispers and intrigue, expect the judge to wave you off.
And what about Taylor Swift? She remains untouched by subpoena or deposition. Sources say her people haven’t confirmed any contact from Lively on this matter, which makes you wonder: if there was nothing to hide, why fling the claim at all? The bigger picture here is simple—rich folks, messy splits, and lawyering that borders on theater. None of it serves the kids or clears the air; it just feeds the rumor mill.
Ultimately, the court’s decision is a reminder that celebrity status doesn’t grant carte blanche to bend procedural rules. Baldoni’s team will have to go back to the drawing board or risk being seen as courtroom circus performers. And that, dear reader, is why we can’t have nice things.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, Dotdash Meredith
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