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Justin Baldoni Responds
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 6 events from Dec 1, 2024 to Jul 8, 2026, drawn from 3 sources.
“and it's not because we haven't had anything to say, because Lord knows we have.”
via distractify.com
Background
The allegations of sexual harassment were made by Blake Lively in December 2024, against Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director in the film It Ends With Us.
The case led to a highly publicized legal battle, with both sides denying wrongdoing and making counter-accusations, including defamation and extortion.
The timeline
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Blake Lively Files Lawsuit
Blake Lively reportedly files a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, allegedly accusing him of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign against her.[2]
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Judge Dismisses Baldoni's Lawsuit
A judge reportedly dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds, allegedly accusing them of defamation and extortion.[3]
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Jed Wallace Dismissed as Defendant
Jed Wallace, named in Lively's lawsuit as the social media expert who allegedly helped Baldoni orchestrate a smear campaign, is dismissed as a defendant.[3]
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Judge Dismisses Most of Lively's Claims
A judge dismisses 10 of 13 allegations in Lively's case against Baldoni, leaving only her claims of breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding and abetting in retaliation to be tried.[3]
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Confidential Settlement Reached
Lively and Baldoni reportedly reach a confidential settlement, with neither side admitting wrongdoing, just weeks before a more truncated version of her suit was set to go to trial.[3]
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Justin Baldoni Breaks Silence
Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily speak publicly for the first time about the allegations, describing the experience as traumatic and expressing gratitude for support.[1]
Screenshot of distractify.com, captured Oct 20, 2026. Source [1]
Frequently asked
What were the allegations made by Blake Lively against Justin Baldoni?
Blake Lively accused Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and orchestrating a smear campaign against her.
What was the outcome of the legal battle?
The legal battle ended in a confidential settlement, with neither side admitting wrongdoing.
How did Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily describe their experience?
Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily described the experience as traumatic and expressed gratitude for support.
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GenZHype, 9 July 2026,
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