Blake Lively’s SNL Hosting Gig Sabotaged by Baldoni’s Alleged Smear Campaign
The latest Blake Lively news now reveals that the actress, through a legal filing, claims she missed out on hosting the Season 50 premiere of Saturday Night Live (SNL) because of an alleged smear campaign spearheaded by It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni.
What Happened?
According to Lively’s complaint, Baldoni’s actions not only caused difficulties in filming their movie but also greatly affected her professional opportunities. One of the most high-profile losses she cited was to appear as host for the September 2024 premiere of SNL’s milestone season.
In the pleading filed with the court, the complainant alleges that negative public sentiment-what she claims was the result of Baldoni’s campaign to discredit her-rendered Lively unable to participate in such high-profile events. She felt that any public appearance would compel her to address uncomfortable questions as to what occurred on set.
More Career Fallout
The SNL engagement was not the only one that became a casualty of the situation. Lively also called off a corporate event involving her haircare brand. These setbacks prove how an actor’s career and reputation can be affected by off-screen scandals.
The Bigger Picture
In a filing with the California Civil Rights Department, Lively alleged a pattern of improper behavior by Baldoni during a January 2024 meeting. Lively wrote that Baldoni made unprofessional comments about her personal life and weight, which made things difficult as she prepared to return to filming.
Additionally, there was a filing that revealed messaging and emails, apparently with Baldoni’s team discussing how to redeem his image at the expense of her own in the case of on-set disputes going public.
This suit has already generated a considerable buzz in Hollywood, with many coming out in full support of Lively. While the case is still unfolding, these revelations have sparked larger discussions about accountability and fairness in the industry. For Lively, of course, the loss of that opportunity to host one of the most iconic shows on television was merely one part of the fallout she had to deal with. But with increasing support from peers and organizations, she’s making the case for change.v
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