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  • Blake Lively's Legal Storm: Deposition Showdown Looms Amid PR Warfare

    Blake Lively's Legal Storm: Deposition Showdown Looms Amid PR Warfare
    Jul 13 2025
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    In the past several days Blake Lively has been at the epicenter of a high-profile legal and media firestorm that is capturing headlines across Hollywood and beyond. The most significant development centers around her acrimonious lawsuit with It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni. Blake is suing Baldoni for sexual harassment and retaliation and in recent filings she has gone on the offensive, publicly accusing his legal team of deliberately transforming a grave legal dispute into what she calls a media circus. Her lawyers have filed motions to ensure her upcoming July 17 deposition is held at a confidential location—out of the public eye—to counter what they describe as aggressive efforts by Baldoni’s team to orchestrate a media spectacle. According to People magazine and multiple major outlets, Baldoni’s attorney even floated the idea of holding Blake’s deposition at Madison Square Garden with tickets sold for charity, a suggestion that Blake’s camp blasted as outrageous and unsafe, pointing to security concerns and the risk of harassment.

    In response to the escalating drama, Blake has quietly hired Nick Shapiro, a former CIA deputy chief of staff, to help strategize her legal communications and manage crisis PR. This move signals how seriously she’s taking the public relations war unfolding around her, given that the case has now entangled not just the parties but also digital entrepreneurs and a web of influencers, with new lawsuits branching off in several directions. Variety reported how Lively’s legal opponents had launched and lost a battery of counterclaims, including a $400 million suit by Baldoni and a $250 million libel action against the New York Times, some targeting Blake’s husband Ryan Reynolds as well.

    Complicating matters, Perez Hilton and the influencer world have erupted over reports that Blake’s legal team subpoenaed Google for identifying and financial information of sixteen micro-influencers said to be involved in spreading related content, a move some see as an effort to fend off harassment but which has also been described as heavy-handed and intimidating by critics. On social media, reactions are polarized, with Blake’s supporters decrying the spectacle and others questioning the tactics on both sides.

    All of this comes as Blake also finds herself in the spotlight for business moves—she’s just relaunched her lifestyle e-commerce site Preserve, selling a curated selection of food, clothing, and home goods while supporting Covenant House with proceeds. Early responses are mixed, with some shoppers praising the site’s design and others grumbling about pricing and marketing.

    For now, the march toward her July 17 deposition is the biggest story, with eyes locked on whether this celebrity legal saga will shift the conversation around privacy, power, and publicity in Hollywood. As Blake’s team pushes for the proceedings to be handled with the seriousness they say the subject demands, the broader cultural reverberations—and potential impact on her life and career—are only just beginning.

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    3 mins
  • Blake Lively's High-Stakes Deposition: Hollywood Legal Showdown Unfolds

    Blake Lively's High-Stakes Deposition: Hollywood Legal Showdown Unfolds
    Jul 9 2025
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    Blake Lively finds herself at the center of one of the most high-profile legal battles in Hollywood this summer, and the developments over the past several days have only raised the stakes. Lively is set to be deposed on July 17 as part of ongoing legal proceedings against her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni. This deposition, confirmed by court documents and widely reported across outlets including People and TMZ, will see Lively testifying under oath about her allegations of sexual harassment and workplace retaliation against Baldoni. The case has drawn broad media attention, with both sides’ legal teams remaining largely silent publicly, but Baldoni’s attorney Bryan Freedman told TMZ he intends to question Lively under penalty of perjury and review video footage, texts, and emails for consistency.

    Adding personal drama to the professional turmoil, Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds—who has supported her since the inception of this legal saga—will not be attending the deposition. According to Reality Tea, Lively’s lawyers have insisted his presence would be a distraction, a difficult but accepted decision for the couple as Lively chooses to face the legal grilling alone.

    The aftermath of this lawsuit has rippled beyond just the immediate parties. The Economic Times reports that the Wayfarer Foundation, linked to Justin Baldoni and funded by philanthropist Steve Sarowitz, abruptly shut down after Sarowitz received anonymous threats referencing Lively’s lawsuit. The closure has left a significant gap in the nonprofit sector, affecting numerous small organizations that depended on the foundation’s support.

    Professionally, the legal drama hasn’t kept Lively from making headlines for other reasons. She made a rare and glamorous public appearance at Chanel’s Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner in New York, stunning in white alongside her lookalike niece, Kate Johnson. Parade and AOL covered the outing, noting the strong family resemblance and Lively’s continued efforts to keep her own children out of the limelight while celebrating her close-knit relationships with her extended family.

    On the business front, Lively continues to push forward with her beverage line. Viral Vault highlighted her new Betty Booze vodka iced teas, generating social buzz and nostalgia around the just-launched passion fruit and Meyer lemonade flavors.

    Social media has been abuzz not just with commentary on the legal case but also with support and speculation about Lively’s next moves. The trial itself is not scheduled until March 2026, ensuring that this story will continue to unfold. As it stands, this week has been pivotal for Blake Lively—publicly, professionally, and personally—with sources agreeing that her willingness to testify, the fallout for her associates, and her steady presence at industry events could have significant implications for her career and public image well into the future.

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    3 mins
  • Blake Lively's Legal Showdown: Deposition Set, Wayfarer Shut Down, and a United Family Front

    Blake Lively's Legal Showdown: Deposition Set, Wayfarer Shut Down, and a United Family Front
    Jul 9 2025
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    Blake Lively is back in the headlines this week, making waves in both Hollywood and the legal world. According to People magazine, she is scheduled to be deposed by Justin Baldoni’s legal team on July 17, a pivotal development in their ongoing and highly publicized legal battle. Lively, 37, accused Baldoni, her "It Ends With Us" director and co-star, of sexual harassment and retaliation—a claim Baldoni has denied. His countersuit against Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds was dismissed in June, and both parties are now preparing for a trial set for March 2026 in New York. Baldoni’s legal team, as reported on TMZ Live, has stated they intend to rigorously test the consistency of Lively’s testimony with video footage and digital correspondence from the production. Lively’s lawyer insists she is ready and resolved to speak her truth at trial, standing for the rights and dignity of women in the industry.

    The legal saga has had ripple effects beyond the courtroom. The Economic Times revealed that philanthropist Steve Sarowitz was compelled to shut down the Wayfarer Foundation after his family received threats referencing Lively’s lawsuit against Sarowitz, Baldoni, and Wayfarer Studios. The sudden closure of Wayfarer Foundation is sending shockwaves through the nonprofit world as grantees scramble to adjust to the loss of a major supporter.

    Amid all this, Lively is still making time for family and business. As Parade reported, she made a rare public appearance with her niece Kate Johnson at the Chanel Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner in New York City, stunning onlookers with their uncanny resemblance and shared sense of style. Despite her efforts to shield her own children from the spotlight, Lively appears happy to support and celebrate with her extended family at high-profile events.

    On the business front, Us Weekly highlighted Lively’s gratitude for the support of her husband, Ryan Reynolds, during the launch of the latest products for her beauty brand, Blake Brown. She took to Instagram to praise Reynolds as her “favorite fan,” and he reciprocated by promoting her brand on his own social media, reinforcing the couple’s united front in both personal and entrepreneurial ventures.

    While Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds notably skipped this year’s Met Gala, as reported by Parade, the couple has otherwise remained frequently mentioned in pop culture circles, with fans and commentators dissecting their public appearances and business moves. Social media chatter, such as the recent Instagram reel by Dana Bowling, continues to speculate about the motivations behind Lively’s legal strategy, but no major new revelations have arisen outside verified news reports.

    As the countdown to her July 17 deposition continues, all eyes remain firmly on Lively, whose battle on multiple fronts could prove consequential for both her professional legacy and the broader conversation about power in Hollywood.

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    3 mins
  • Blake's Legal Bombshells: Subpoenas, Shutdowns, and Red Carpet Smiles Amid Baldoni Battle

    Blake's Legal Bombshells: Subpoenas, Shutdowns, and Red Carpet Smiles Amid Baldoni Battle
    Jul 6 2025
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    It has been a climactic few days in the Blake Lively universe, with the headlines dominated by her escalating legal showdown against Justin Baldoni, the director and co-star of “It Ends With Us.” According to TMZ and further detailed by PEOPLE and Hola, Lively’s legal team just issued subpoenas to high-profile online personalities Perez Hilton, Candace Owens, and Andy Signore, seeking all communications between them and Baldoni or the Wayfarer parties. This follows Lively’s central allegation that Baldoni orchestrated an online smear campaign to damage her reputation and, reportedly, to retaliate against her accusations of sexual harassment on set. The dramatic move aims to uncover whether these digital creators knowingly amplified negative narratives as unofficial surrogates in Baldoni’s alleged campaign against her. None of the three had received the subpoenas when first contacted by the press, and both Hilton and Owens publicly responded, with Hilton stating he’d comply if served and Owens promising to update her millions of followers via her podcast as the situation unfolds.

    This legal salvo comes right after Judge Lewis J. Liman dismissed Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit for extortion and defamation last month, handing Lively a significant procedural win. While Baldoni’s lawyers were allowed to amend their claims, they chose not to, meaning Lively’s side currently holds court momentum. But the legal battle’s ripples are being felt well beyond the courthouse: just this week, billionaire philanthropist Steve Sarowitz announced the abrupt shutdown of his Wayfarer Foundation, citing anonymous threats referencing the Lively-Baldoni suit and even mentioning his own daughter. According to the Economic Times, the shutdown marks a dramatic real-world impact from the ongoing allegations and litigation.

    Despite these off-screen fireworks, Blake Lively’s public persona remains carefully curated. She made a high-profile appearance at the SXSW premiere of “A Simple Favor 2,” dazzling onlookers with her signature unaffected smile, sparking speculation from FandomWire and IMDB that she’s either projecting “toxic positivity” or engaging in a strategic display of business-as-usual for the cameras. Social media has been aflame with debate, with some fans suggesting the red carpet crowd was stacked in advance, while others applaud her composed exterior in the face of public adversity.

    On the business front, Lively continues to expand her entrepreneurial footprint, with recent launches including Betty Booze canned cocktails, a cruelty-free haircare line called Blake Brown, and this week, according to social chatter, she teased a new vodka iced tea with a former “Gossip Girl” castmate. Amidst all this, both she and Ryan Reynolds were rumored to have lawyered up with high-profile criminal attorneys, though there is no verification of criminal charges—speculation remains unconfirmed at this stage.

    Altogether, the Blake Lively story this week has been one of bold legal offensives, high-stakes business moves, and relentless public intrigue, all playing out under the scrutiny of a courtroom, a red carpet, and the ever-watchful gaze of social media. The saga is far from over, with the next court date not until March 2026—but this chapter cements Lively as more than just a Hollywood star, but as a central figure in what could become one of entertainment’s defining legal battles.

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    4 mins
  • Blake Lively's Legal Blitz: Subpoenas, Smear Campaigns, and Celebrity Crossfire

    Blake Lively's Legal Blitz: Subpoenas, Smear Campaigns, and Celebrity Crossfire
    Jul 2 2025
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    Blake Lively has dominated headlines in the past several days, not with film premieres, but with a bold legal offensive that’s embroiling some of the most recognizable names in digital media. According to TMZ, as picked up by HOLA and analyzed by countless pop culture commentators, Lively has just issued subpoenas to content creators Perez Hilton, Candace Owens, and Andy Signore. This is the latest escalation in her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, the director and her co-star in It Ends With Us, whom she accused of orchestrating an online smear campaign and of sexual harassment—allegations Baldoni has denied. The subpoenas, confirmed by multiple outlets, seek to uncover communications between these creators and Baldoni’s camp, as Lively’s legal team presses to prove her reputation was targeted through coordinated digital influence.

    The creators’ reactions arrived swiftly. Candace Owens, in her trademark style, said she’d not received a subpoena but would speak further on her podcast. Andy Signore’s attorney called the characterization of Signore as “anti-Blake” both false and potentially defamatory. Meanwhile, Perez Hilton, who previously shared legal representation with Baldoni, posted a video saying he hadn’t been served yet but would comply with legal obligations if required.

    This legal volley comes weeks after a significant court win for Lively. In June, Judge Lewis J. Liman dismissed Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit alleging extortion and defamation. While Baldoni was allowed to amend his claims, his legal team chose not to move forward, stating they’d pursue other legal options. The Lively v. Baldoni trial is now set for March 2026, promising more drama to come. Online speculation is rampant; social media buzzes with commentary dissecting every move, but no verified direct responses from Lively herself have surfaced publicly on her channels this week.

    Despite the legal crossfire, Lively’s public appearances tell a different story. Days before the latest legal developments, she was seen smiling at the South by Southwest premiere of the A Simple Favor sequel, fueling both admiration and debate—some social media users questioned whether her upbeat demeanor was genuine or part of a carefully curated public image. Nevertheless, according to media sources such as IMDb, her interactions on the red carpet seemed business as usual for the Reynolds-Lively household, brushing off rumors of distress.

    On the business front, reports from outlets like TIME highlight that her entrepreneurial ventures, like Betty Buzz and Blake Brown, continue without pause, while husband Ryan Reynolds, in a recent Time profile, shrugged off any impacts from the legal controversy, emphasizing integrity and accountability in their brands. Through subpoenas and red carpets alike, Lively’s steadfast drive for control over her narrative remains the real headline.

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    3 mins
  • Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Shines at SXSW Amid Ongoing Legal Saga with Justin Baldoni

    Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Shines at SXSW Amid Ongoing Legal Saga with Justin Baldoni
    Jun 29 2025
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    Blake Lively has dominated headlines over the past week with a mix of high-profile legal developments, public appearances, and a return to the red carpet—proving her star power and resilience even under intense scrutiny. The most significant news centers on her ongoing legal feud with Justin Baldoni, her former co-star and director on "It Ends with Us." The saga, which began in December 2024 when Lively filed a sexual harassment complaint against Baldoni with the California Civil Rights Department, has since spiraled into dueling lawsuits and a media firestorm. According to ABC News and Good Morning America, a federal judge recently dismissed Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, their publicist, and others, labeling the retaliatory action as baseless. The same day, Marvel was also removed as a party in the litigation, and The New York Times won dismissal of a $250 million defamation claim Baldoni filed after it investigated the on-set allegations.

    Lively’s legal team celebrated the dismissals, calling it a "total victory and complete vindication," while Baldoni’s lawyer insisted the battle is "far from over" and that their client will pursue other legal options, casting doubt on any definitive resolution. Despite the judge’s ruling, a separate motion by Lively to shield her private messages with Taylor Swift from discovery was denied, after the court found the communications could be pertinent to the harassment claims.

    Against this turbulent backdrop, Lively has projected poise in the public eye. On June 9, she stunned at Chanel’s annual Tribeca Artists Dinner, her first major appearance since the legal victories. Clad in a floral white dress, Lively was all smiles as she greeted fans and posed for photographers, sending a clear message that life in the Reynolds-Lively household is “business as usual,” contrary to persistent rumors of behind-the-scenes distress.

    Days later, Lively made headlines at South by Southwest for the premiere of "Another Simple Favor," her much-anticipated sequel with Anna Kendrick. Onstage, she spoke passionately about her favorite role to date while her cast and director lavished praise, steering clear of direct references to the controversy but making their support for her unmistakably public. Social media buzzed with reactions—some speculated on the carefully orchestrated nature of her red carpet interactions, while others cheered her resilience. One lone protestor outside SXSW accused her of dishonesty, a reminder that public opinion remains sharply divided.

    Major entertainment outlets such as Variety and People have chronicled each twist and turn, underscoring the long-term biographical weight these events may carry. With her next court date not until March 2026, the legal chapter is far from closed, but for now, Blake Lively commands the public stage—unbowed and unmistakably in the spotlight.

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    3 mins
  • Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Navigates Friendship Fallout and Business Boom

    Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Navigates Friendship Fallout and Business Boom
    Jun 28 2025
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    Blake Lively has been a major headline-grabber the past few days, with her name dominating both entertainment news and social feeds for reasons both personal and professional. The biggest story centers on the end of a prolonged and highly public legal feud with Justin Baldoni over the making of the film “It Ends With Us.” According to People, Baldoni’s team has chosen not to move forward with any amended claims after his $400 million countersuit was dismissed, marking what Lively’s rep called a “total victory after all.” Both camps are digging in for a broader legal showdown scheduled for March 2026, but this particular chapter seems closed for now. Good Morning America detailed that Judge Liman not only dismissed Baldoni’s suit but also denied Lively’s request to shield her communications with best friend Taylor Swift, a subplot that generated its own media flurry.

    But the drama didn’t stop at the courthouse. The Times of India and Perez Hilton have both reported that the fallout from the legal battle appears to have damaged Lively’s once-tight friendship with Taylor Swift. Sources close to the situation claim Lively has been reaching out and “pleading for forgiveness,” hoping to repair a rift that’s widened under intense public scrutiny. The split reportedly extends to social circles, with Travis Kelce, Swift’s boyfriend, now said to be distancing himself from Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds. Whether the friendship recovers is anyone’s guess, but Lively’s determination is clear.

    On the public appearance front, Lively has made notable waves—her recent all-smiles outing at the “A Simple Favor” sequel premiere at SXSW became a subject of debate on social media, with some calling it “toxic positivity” or even speculating about staged fan encounters, as covered by FandomWire and IMDb News. She also appeared at Chanel’s Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner with her niece Kate Johnson, stunning fans and setting off twin comparisons across Instagram and Parade.

    Despite the whirlwind, business appears steady in the Lively-Reynolds household. Lively continues to expand her entrepreneurial footprint, recently launching new cruelty-free beauty products under her Blake Brown haircare line, following on the heels of her popular Betty Buzz and Betty Booze beverage brands. Meanwhile, her dynamic with Reynolds is as entertaining as ever, with playful public exchanges and social media banter still a staple, proving they remain Hollywood’s reigning power couple, according to TIME.

    In summary, the past few days have seen Blake Lively close a highly publicized legal battle, face a potential rift with a superstar friend, spark conversation with public appearances, and keep her business empire on track. The resolution of her court fight and the state of her friendship with Taylor Swift are developments with real potential for long-term impact on her biography.

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    3 mins
  • Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Shines at Chanel Event, and Teases New Projects

    Blake Lively Triumphs in Court, Shines at Chanel Event, and Teases New Projects
    Jun 24 2025
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    Blake Lively has dominated headlines over the past few days with significant developments both in her legal battles and public life. The most consequential news is the ongoing legal war with her It Ends With Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni. According to the Los Angeles Times, a federal judge recently denied Lively’s request to keep her text messages with Taylor Swift private, meaning certain conversations between Lively and Swift about the film’s working environment will be disclosed as evidence in the lawsuit. This follows a months-long back-and-forth that began when Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and sabotaging her reputation on set. She sued Baldoni in December 2024, to which Baldoni countered with a $400 million lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and separate claims against The New York Times. ABC News details that Judge Lewis J. Liman has since dismissed Baldoni’s massive $400 million suit against Lively and Reynolds, as well as his $250 million claim against The New York Times, finding that both lacked merit. Lively’s legal team has called this a “complete vindication,” while public scrutiny remains intense as the parties now look ahead to a court date in early 2026.

    Publicly, Lively has started to reemerge on the New York social scene. Us Weekly and Parade report that she made a notable appearance at a Chanel event on June 9 wearing a white crochet dress, marking her first public outing since the dismissal of Baldoni’s suit. She also created a buzz by attending the event with her niece, Kate Johnson, the two garnering attention for their striking familial resemblance.

    Career-wise, the Apple Podcasts show BioSnap notes that Lively’s latest film, Another Simple Favor, premiered at SXSW 2025 to strong reviews, bolstering her profile even amid controversy. She’s also rumored to be attached to a major studio project, which, if confirmed, would signal her continued prominence in Hollywood. Entrepreneurially, her beverage brand Betty Buzz is expanding, and her social media presence remains robust. While she hasn’t addressed the legal drama directly online, her witty posts and playful interactions with Ryan Reynolds keep her fanbase engaged and supportive.

    In summary, Blake Lively’s recent days have been shaped by a pivotal legal victory, renewed public appearances, ongoing family support, continued professional accolades, and social media savvy. Each of these developments underscores her resilience and enduring relevance as both an artist and public figure.

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    3 mins