The ongoing legal battle between It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively has taken center stage in Hollywood, drawing widespread attention. The controversy erupted after Lively filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment following the digital release of the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel.

In response, Baldoni countersued Lively and her husband, alleging they attempted to ban him from attending the movie’s premiere. While the legal proceedings continue, Baldoni’s wife, Emily Baldoni, has spoken publicly for the first time since the case began, albeit indirectly.

Marking Justin’s birthday, Emily shared a heartfelt family photo on social media, showing her kissing her husband while their two children hugged them. Accompanying the image, Emily wrote a touching message: “Happy birthday, my love. Celebrating the man, husband, and father that you are. I’d choose you again and again.”

Although Emily refrained from addressing the legal battle directly, her post has been interpreted as a show of support for her husband during this challenging time.

Meanwhile, In response, Baldoni countersued Lively and her husband, alleging they attempted to ban him from attending the movie’s premiere has emphasized the seriousness of her allegations, calling for stringent measures against individuals she claims are orchestrating a smear campaign against her. In a public statement, Lively said, “I hope that my legal action helps pull back the curtain on these sinister retaliatory tactics to harm people who speak up about misconduct and helps protect others who may be targeted.”

Justin Baldoni, on the other hand, has vehemently denied the accusations. In a countersuit, he accused Lively of using the lawsuit to “fix” her negative reputation. The actor-director stated that the claims were baseless and part of a larger attempt to damage his credibility.

 

The controversy surrounding It Ends With Us has overshadowed the movie’s release, with the legal dispute dominating headlines. As both parties continue to stand their ground, the case has sparked debates about misconduct in Hollywood and the repercussions of speaking out.

For now, the Baldoni family appears focused on celebrating personal milestones amidst the storm, while the industry and fans await further developments in this high-profile case.