
Justin Baldoni Reveals Basement Ordeal Amid $400M Lawsuit Against Blake Lively
This revelation comes as part of his massive $400 million lawsuit against Lively, accusing her of orchestrating a smear campaign and sidelining him professionally.
The Basement Allegations
Baldoni’s legal filing includes photos that allegedly show him, his wife Emily, and close family members seated in a makeshift holding room stocked with popcorn and bottled water. According to Baldoni, the space was far from glamorous, describing it as “a windowless area filled with concession stand supplies.” The lawsuit alleges Lively used her influence to ensure Baldoni and his guests were kept out of sight to “avoid any chance of interaction.”


“The irony of being held in a basement on what was supposed to be one of the biggest nights of my career was not lost on anyone,” Baldoni stated in the legal documents. His accusations also extend to the after-party, which he claims he was excluded from, forcing him to organize a separate event for his team.
Blake Lively Fires Back
Lively, however, is not backing down. Her legal team has dismissed Baldoni’s lawsuit as “meritless” and “a desperate attempt to shift the narrative.” The Gossip Girl star previously filed her own lawsuit in December, accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment and alleging that his production company, Wayfarer Studios, engaged in retaliatory behavior against her.
“This is a classic DARVO tactic—Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender,” Lively’s attorneys stated. “The evidence will show that Mr. Baldoni’s actions on set created a hostile environment for cast and crew.”
Industry Fallout
The ongoing feud has sent shockwaves through Hollywood. Baldoni has faced significant professional setbacks, including being dropped by his talent agency, WME. The agency denied claims that Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, influenced their decision, stating, “There was no pressure from Reynolds or Lively at any time.”
Meanwhile, Lively continues to receive support from industry peers, including It Ends With Us author Colleen Hoover and co-star Jenny Slate. “Blake has been nothing but honest and supportive,” Hoover wrote on Instagram. “She deserves justice.”
The $400 Million Question
At the heart of Baldoni’s lawsuit is a staggering $400 million claim, citing damages from reputational harm and financial losses. His legal team argues that Lively and her associates orchestrated a calculated campaign to undermine his credibility, effectively “ruining his career.”
Despite the heated accusations, both parties appear prepared to battle it out in court, with additional lawsuits expected to emerge. The stakes couldn’t be higher, as the outcome could reshape their careers and leave a lasting impact on Hollywood’s culture of accountability.
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