Blake Lively Hits Back at Justin Baldoni with Damning Request: Pay Up for ‘Frivolous’ Claims

I’m Jaden Patel, and I’ll be guiding you through the latest celebrity drama with a dash of dry wit. In a shocking turn of events, Blake Lively’s lawyers have filed a request for Justin Baldoni to foot the bill for her legal fees after his $400 million countersuit against her and Ryan Reynolds was dismissed. This move comes three months after a New York court ruled in Lively’s favor, determining that Baldoni failed to prove the couple had defamed him.

According to court documents obtained by NBC News, Lively’s counsel argues that she is “entitled” to having her legal fees covered by Baldoni as the “prevailing defendant” in the countersuit. Her attorneys also claim that she is entitled to compensation for all harm caused to her by Baldoni and his team, including “vicious character attacks” designed to damage her credibility. The filing states that Baldoni and his team brought and maintained claims that were not based on factual or legal merit, but instead a deliberate plan to discredit Lively and harm her and her husband.

The drama began in December 2024 when Lively filed a California Civil Rights Department (CRD) complaint against Baldoni and his associates, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation on the set of It Ends With Us. Lively claimed that she and other cast and crew members experienced invasive, unwelcome, unprofessional, and sexually inappropriate behavior by Baldoni and Jamey Heath, the CEO of Wayfarer Studios. The complaint also accused Baldoni’s team of launching a sophisticated press and digital plan to discredit her.

Baldoni has denied the allegations, and his attorney, Bryan Freedman, stated that Lively’s “victory is false” and that they will “march forward with the same confidence” that they had when Lively and Reynolds initiated the lawsuit. Despite this, Lively’s lawyers are now seeking a multi-million-dollar award to recover costs in defending herself against what they call “frivolous” claims from Baldoni.

The case is set to go to trial in March 2026, with Lively suing Baldoni for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment on the set of It Ends With Us. As the drama unfolds, one thing is clear: this celebrity feud is far from over.

In a statement to E! News, Freedman said that Lively’s claims are “no truer today than they were yesterday,” and that they will continue to fight the allegations. With the facts on their side, it’s clear that this battle is far from over.

As we wait for the trial to begin, it’s worth noting that Lively’s request for Baldoni to pay her legal fees is not just about the money – it’s also about holding him accountable for his actions. Whether or not you’ll be Team Blake or Team Justin, one thing is certain: this is a case that will be closely watched by fans and followers alike.

In conclusion, the latest development in the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni saga is a stunning move by Lively’s lawyers. With the trial looming, it’s clear that this celebrity feud is far from over. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy drama.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, NBC News, The New York Times
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