Blake Lively stands firm: emotional response after $400M lawsuit dismissal

A judge dismissed a $400 million lawsuit filed by Justin Baldoni against Blake Lively and her husband, ruling that the sexual harassment accusations were legally protected and exempt from libel claims under California law.

The lawsuit, which sought damages including lost future income, was described by Lively's legal team as "a total victory and complete vindication for Blake Lively, along with those that Justin Baldoni and the Wayfarer Parties dragged into their retaliatory lawsuit, including Ryan Reynolds, Leslie Sloane and The New York Times."

"I've felt the pain of a retaliatory lawsuit, including the manufactured shame that tries to break us," Lively wrote, reflecting on the emotional toll.

She emphasized her strengthened commitment to women's rights, stating, "I am now more resolved than ever to continue to stand for every woman's right to have a voice in protecting themselves, including their safety, their integrity, their dignity and their story."

The ruling also dismissed claims that Lively stole creative control of the film, which were not considered extortion under California law.

This dismissal marks a significant legal and personal victory for Lively amid a high-profile and costly legal battle.

A judge dismissed a $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively and her husband, ruling the sexual harassment accusations legally protected and exempt from libel claims. Lively called the dismissal a "total victory," expressing renewed resolve to stand for women's rights and safety.