Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are in a legal showdown to prevent their private text messages from being exposed in their ongoing battle with actor Justin Baldoni.
The couple has formally requested a protective order, fearing that personal conversations with celebrity friends could be leaked if included in the court proceedings.
The legal fight stems from Lively’s initial lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment and defamation. In response, Baldoni fired back with a massive $400 million countersuit, alleging that Lively was attempting to damage his reputation to divert attention from her own issues. The trial isn’t set to begin until March 2026, but the battle over evidence is already heating up.
Why Are They So Worried?
Lively and Reynolds’ attorney, Meryl Conant Governski, argued that the release of their text messages could cause “irreparable harm,” suggesting that these conversations were never meant for public scrutiny and could be twisted out of context.
On the other side, Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, dismissed the concern, saying that existing legal protections are “more than enough” to prevent any unnecessary leaks. According to Baldoni’s team, transparency is essential, and they believe that keeping these texts private could hide key evidence in the case.
What’s at Stake?
This case is turning into one of Hollywood’s biggest legal dramas in years. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, one of the industry’s most beloved power couples, are fighting to keep their inner circle safe from what they claim are invasive legal tactics.
Meanwhile, Baldoni maintains that he’s being unfairly targeted and that his name is being dragged through the mud. The question now is whether the court will side with privacy or transparency in this heated battle.
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