Blake Lively addresses 'unfathomably painful' Justin Baldoni case after judge torpedoes lawsuit
Blake Lively responded to a judge dismissing most of her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, emphasizing the retaliation she faced for seeking a safe work environment.Summary
A federal judge dismissed 10 of 13 claims in Blake Lively’s lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, including allegations of sexual harassment, defamation, and conspiracy, while claims of breach of contract, retaliation, and aiding and abetting retaliation will proceed to trial. Lively expressed gratitude that the core of her case will be presented to a jury, stating she brought the lawsuit due to “pervasive RETALIATION” after requesting a safe working environment. She emphasized the real harm caused by “digital violence” and hopes her story resonates with others who have experienced similar situations. Lively intends to continue fighting to expose systems and individuals who harm and silence victims, acknowledging the privilege she has to speak out and thanking those who paved the way for such advocacy. Her legal team stated the case remains focused on the retaliation and attempts to damage Lively’s reputation for advocating for safety on set.
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