Blake Lively Deposition Rescheduled to July 31 After Wallace Dismissal
Okay, but like… here we are again with another twist in Blake Lively’s legal saga.
Blake Lively’s deposition in her dispute with Justin Baldoni has been officially moved to July 31, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. The delay comes after social media strategist Jed Wallace was dismissed from the lawsuit for jurisdictional reasons. That means Wallace is out of the case for now, though he could face the same allegations if Lively decides to refile. Sources close to both sides tell TMZ that the postponement was a mutual decision, giving everyone time to review the amended complaint before the next court appearance.
A spokesperson for Lively emphasized that the dismissal of Wallace has nothing to do with the substance of her claims. She maintains that his involvement in the alleged smear campaign against her stands, but the court simply determined it did not have jurisdiction over him in New York. Lively’s team is exploring a range of options to hold Wallace accountable, including the possibility of refiling in a different court. Meanwhile, the amended complaint is expected to shape the line of questioning when Lively finally sits for her deposition.
This legal skirmish dates back to late last year, when Lively accused Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Productions, of orchestrating a targeted campaign designed to damage her reputation. Lively claims Baldoni and associates leaked private communications and fed false stories to gossip outlets. Baldoni’s side denies any wrongdoing but has remained largely silent, declining to comment on the latest court developments.
The deposition scheduling has been a headline-maker in its own right. Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, even suggested holding the session at Madison Square Garden so “the whole world” could watch. That proposal was never formalized, but it underscored the publicity firestorm surrounding the case. There was also a brief feud over which law firm’s office would host the deposition. Ultimately, neither side got everything they wanted, and the date was pushed back to late July.
With Wallace out for now, all eyes turn to how the amended complaint will read and whether Lively’s team will reintroduce him into the case. Additionally, observers will watch for any new filings or public statements from Baldoni’s camp once the deposition actually happens. The showdown promises more headline-grabbing moments as Hollywood’s legal ju ju continues to unfold.
Anyway, that is the gist. Stay tuned for whatever happens next.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ
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