"A real-life Hollywood drama is unfolding behind closed doors in a New York City courthouse. Actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni arrived at Manhattan federal court on Wednesday to discuss a potential settlement of their high-profile legal battle, which kicked off in 2024 when Lively sued Baldoni after they worked together on a film. Baldoni arrived with his wife, Emily Baldoni."
"The conflict, which generated months of wall-to-wall news coverage, began during the filming of "It Ends With Us," a film directed by Baldoni and starring Lively that was released in August 2024. The "Gossip Girl" actress sued the director in December 2024, alleging sexual harassment and a smear campaign she said was orchestrated by Bladoni. Baldoni counter-sued in 2025, claiming extortion, defamation, and invasion of privacy. His lawsuit has since been dismissed."
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni met at Manhattan federal court for settlement talks aimed at ending their high-profile legal battle that began during filming of It Ends With Us. Lively sued Baldoni in December 2024, alleging sexual harassment and a smear campaign she said Baldoni orchestrated. Baldoni counter-sued in 2025, alleging extortion, defamation and invasion of privacy; his lawsuit was dismissed. The actors and lawyers met behind closed doors on the 14th floor, with Baldoni accompanied by his wife and Lively arriving alone. US Magistrate Judge Sarah Cave sought settlement ahead of the May 18 trial to address discovery and sanction issues.
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