On Monday, a judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's substantial defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, deeming Lively's allegations of sexual harassment as legally protected. US District Judge Lewis Liman found the defamation claim, which sought $400 million, along with associated extortion claims, unfounded in law. This ruling also included Baldoni's $250 million claim against the New York Times, whose reporting was protected under fair report privilege. However, Baldoni may amend and refile certain aspects of his case related to contract interference, highlighting the complex legal dynamics of the dispute that centers around accusations of misconduct on a film set.
In a significant ruling, US District Judge Lewis Liman dismissed Justin Baldoni's $400 million defamation claim against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, affirming legal protections for Lively’s accusations of harassment.
The ruling concluded that Baldoni's claims of extortion and defamation against Lively, Reynolds, and the New York Times were legally unsupported, although some allegations related to contract interference could be amended.
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