The ongoing legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has taken another twist with the resurfacing of an old behind-the-scenes video from their time on the set of It Ends With Us. This footage, which has gone viral, captures an awkward conversation between the two actors, where they jokingly discuss Baldoni’s nose. Lively lightheartedly suggests he should consider plastic surgery, a remark that Baldoni laughs off.
The video has played a significant role in the court case, with Baldoni’s legal team pointing to the exchange as evidence that Lively was joking and that there was no harassment. The legal documents mention that Lively took the conversation out of character, further detailing how Baldoni, despite the comments about his nose, responded in a joking manner, implying no harm was intended.
Lively, on the other hand, filed a lawsuit accusing Baldoni of sexual harassment and running a smear campaign against her. She claimed that the scene, which she alleges was filmed without sound, was actually captured with a microphone, and the whole interaction was caught on camera.
Amid these legal proceedings, Colleen Hoover, author of the It Ends With Us novel, has voiced her support for Lively, backing the actress’s claims. The controversy continues to unfold, with both sides preparing to present further evidence in court.
The film, which was adapted from Hoover’s novel, is currently available for streaming on Netflix, drawing attention not only for its content but also for the drama surrounding its production.