Justin Baldoni Withdraws $400M Defamation Lawsuit Against Blake Lively
Justin Baldoni has officially withdrawn his $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively. The 41-year-old actor and director, known for his role in “It Ends With Us,” had filed a countersuit against Lively for defamation and extortion. This legal action stemmed from allegations made by Lively against Baldoni.
Details of the Lawsuit Withdrawal
Baldoni’s lawsuit faced dismissal back in June. At that time, he had the opportunity to amend his claims and refile, but ultimately missed the deadline. A federal judge, Lewis Liman, presided over the case and confirmed that Baldoni and his co-plaintiffs from Wayfarer Studios failed to meet the October 17 deadline set by the court.
Current Status of Legal Proceedings
- Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit against Blake Lively is officially over.
- Filed on account of extortion and defamation, the claim sought $400 million.
- A federal judge dismissed the case in June 2023.
- Baldoni missed the refile deadline, leading to a final judgment.
- Blake Lively’s ongoing lawsuit against Baldoni alleges sexual harassment and retaliation.
As the legal landscape changes, updates regarding the ongoing lawsuit from Lively to Baldoni are still unfolding. For the latest news on the “It Ends With Us” lawsuits, stay tuned to El-Balad.
