Blake Lively Claims Massive Losses in ‘It Ends With Us’ Lawsuit, Names Swift & Jackman as Witnesses
Blake Lively is embroiled in a significant legal battle concerning her involvement in the film “It Ends With Us.” The lawsuit, set to go to trial in March 2026, has revealed substantial financial claims from the actress.
Massive Financial Claims in Blake Lively’s Lawsuit
Documents unsealed in this case highlight that Lively alleges a staggering loss of $161 million. This figure is attributed to what she describes as a damaging smear campaign against her. The particulars of her claims show a breakdown of various financial impacts:
- Lost Earnings: $56.2 million from acting, producing, speaking engagements, and endorsements.
- Beauty Brand Loss: $49 million in losses related to her brand Blake Brown.
- Beverage Company Loss: $22 million loss for Betty Booze/Betty Buzz.
- Reputational Harm: Estimated at $34 million, resulting from 65 million negative social media impressions.
These figures are provisional and will require evidence through expert testimony during the trial. Gregory Doll, an attorney representing Lively, noted that such financial estimates often serve to pressure the opposing side to consider a settlement.
Celebrity Witnesses Named
In her disclosure documents, Lively has included several high-profile figures as potential witnesses. This list consists of:
- Taylor Swift
- Emily Blunt
- Gigi Hadid
- Hugh Jackman
- Scooter Braun
- Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor
- Tony Vinciquerra, chairman of Sony Pictures
- Tom Rothman, head of Sony film
Sony Pictures, the distributor of “It Ends With Us,” played a pivotal role in this case. The film was produced by Columbia Pictures, a subsidiary of Sony.
Defamation Lawsuit Against Lively Dismissed
Recently, Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Lively was dismissed for the second time. The court ruling was based on his legal team missing the deadline to amend and refile their claims. This outcome continues to shape the landscape of this ongoing legal dispute.
As the trial approaches, the focus will remain on the testimonies and evidence that will substantiate the allegations made by Lively. The financial stakes in this case are notably high, making it a pivotal moment for all parties involved.
