Ryan Reynolds Allegedly Blocks Justin Baldoni Months Before Lawsuit
Months before Blake Lively filed a harassment lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, Ryan Reynolds reportedly blocked Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, on Instagram. Alleged text exchanges show Baldoni learned of this in May 2024, shortly after filming It Ends With Us.
Social Media Fallout Revealed in Court Documents
Court filings reveal that both Reynolds and Lively unfollowed Baldoni on Instagram ten months earlier. Baldoni’s text messages to his publicist from May 2024 suggest he anticipated potential public fallout and sought a strategy to address it.
Blake Lively’s Harassment Allegations Against Baldoni
Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Baldoni in December 2024, citing severe emotional distress caused during It Ends With Us production. She claims Baldoni’s actions created a hostile work environment, prompting a January 2024 meeting attended by Reynolds and others to address her concerns.
Specific Allegations in Lively’s Lawsuit
The lawsuit details inappropriate conduct, including showing explicit material, discussing Baldoni’s past addiction, and making offensive comments about Lively and others. The actress alleges these behaviors, coupled with disregard for her personal boundaries, contributed to a toxic workplace.
Baldoni’s Response and Counterclaims
Baldoni’s attorney denied the allegations, calling them “false and outrageous.” The defense accused Lively of making unreasonable demands during production, which allegedly harmed the film’s release. Baldoni’s team claimed the lawsuit was an attempt to reshape public perception.
Lively’s Statement and Intentions
In response to the controversy, Lively stated her legal action aims to expose retaliatory tactics and protect others from similar experiences. She denied spreading false information about Baldoni and expressed hope her case would inspire accountability within the industry.
