Judge dismisses most of Blake Lively's claims in harassment lawsuit against Baldoni

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April 2, 2026
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A judge dismissed most of Blake Lively's harassment allegations against Justin Baldoni, leaving only three claims for trial.

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A judge has dismissed the majority of Blake Lively's harassment allegations against Justin Baldoni, leaving only three claims intact weeks before trial. Lively filed the lawsuit alleging misconduct during the production of "It Ends with Us," the film adaptation in which both were involved. The dismissal significantly narrows the scope of the case, reducing Lively's legal options as the trial approaches. The three remaining claims will proceed to trial, though the judge's decision to eliminate most of her allegations strengthens Baldoni's position. The ruling marks a major development in a high-profile dispute that had captured significant entertainment industry attention.

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Three remaining claims will proceed to trial.

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