A federal judge has officially shut down director-actor Justin Baldoni’s $400 million extortion and defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. As per the report by Complex, the judgment came after Baldoni missed a court-imposed deadline to amend his claims after the case was initially dismissed in June.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a ruling signed on October 31, the court confirmed that Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, “failed to respond” to an October 17 order asking why a final judgment should not be entered, leaving the U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman of the Southern District of New York no choice but to formally dismiss the case.&nbsp;Also Read: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/newjeans-vs-ador-music-label-submits-several-demos-as-evidence-for-group-s-next-album-1762082282543">NewJeans vs ADOR: Music label submits several demos as evidence for group's next album</a><h2>Court finds the claims baseless</h2>This is another setback for the actor-director as his lawsuit was earlier thrown out in June 2025 after Judge Liman ruled that the defamation allegations had no merit. As per reports, several statements Baldoni claimed were defamatory and were taken from Lively’s sexual harassment complaint and a New York Times investigative report and both of which the court said were protected by litigation and journalistic privilege.&nbsp;Though this ruling puts a full stop to Baldoni's defamation and extortion allegations against Blake-Ryan and The New York Times, he still has the opportunity to appeal once the court addresses motions linked to the actress's request to recover legal fees.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/keanu-reeves-and-tim-miller-to-collaborate-for-sci-fi-thriller-1762078264227">Keanu Reeves and Tim Miller to collaborate for sci-fi thriller?</a>&nbsp;Since the dismissal is made official, neither Baldoni nor Wayfarer Studios has issued a statement. However, The New York Times, who were also named in the lawsuit, welcomed the decision. As per the reports, a spokesperson earlier said the lawsuit was “a meritless attempt to stifle honest reporting.” He also emphasised that the publication had reported “carefully and fairly on a matter of public importance.”&nbsp;<h2>What's the background story</h2>The controversy began when, in December 2024, the actress accused and filed a complaint against Baldoni of sexual harassment and retaliation on the set of their film It Ends With Us, which he directed and co-starred in. Later in January 2025, Baldoni filed the $400 million lawsuit, calling it a “counterattack.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/south-korean-idol-and-actor-ok-taecyeon-to-tie-knot-with-longtime-girlfriend-agency-issues-statement-1762076840087">South Korean idol and actor Ok Taecyeon to tie knot with longtime girlfriend</a>&nbsp;Reportedly, Blake Lively alleged that Baldoni engaged in “disturbing” behaviour, including, entering her vanity van without permission, insisting on adding explicit scenes, asking intrusive questions about her marriage and sex life, and one particularly disturbing incident where he allegedly leaned forward during a quiet filming moment and “dragged his lips from her ear down her neck,” telling her, “It smells so good.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/millie-bobby-brown-accuses-stranger-things-co-star-david-harbour-of-bullying-and-harassment-1762073509874">Millie Bobby Brown accuses Stranger Things co-star David Harbour of bullying</a>&nbsp;Blake's lawsuit further added that Baldoni attempted to smear her reputation and silence her by orchestrating a coordinated campaign after she came forward. As of now, neither Ryan Reynolds nor Blake Lively has publicly commented on the latest ruling. Baldoni has also remained silent following the dismissal.&nbsp;

There's a new update in the Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni case as the judge has officially dismissed Justin's $400 million extortion and defamation lawsuit against Blake and Ryan Reynolds. 

A federal judge has officially shut down director-actor Justin Baldoni’s $400 million extortion and defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. As per the report by Complex, the judgment came after Baldoni missed a court-imposed deadline to amend his claims after the case was initially dismissed in June. In a ruling signed on October 31, the court confirmed that Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, “failed to respond” to an October 17 order asking why a final judgment should not be entered, leaving the U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman of the Southern District of New York no choice but to formally dismiss the case. Also Read: NewJeans vs ADOR: Music label submits several demos as evidence for group's next album Court finds the claims baseless This is another setback for the actor-director as his lawsuit was earlier thrown out in June 2025 after Judge Liman ruled that the defamation allegations had no merit. As per reports, several statements Baldoni claimed were defamatory and were taken from Lively’s sexual harassment complaint and a New York Times investigative report and both of which the court said were protected by litigation and journalistic privilege. Though this ruling puts a full stop to Baldoni's defamation and extortion allegations against Blake-Ryan and The New York Times, he still has the opportunity to appeal once the court addresses motions linked to the actress's request to recover legal fees. Also Read: Keanu Reeves and Tim Miller to collaborate for sci-fi thriller? Since the dismissal is made official, neither Baldoni nor Wayfarer Studios has issued a statement. However, The New York Times, who were also named in the lawsuit, welcomed the decision. As per the reports, a spokesperson earlier said the lawsuit was “a meritless attempt to stifle honest reporting.” He also emphasised that the publication had reported “carefully and fairly on a matter of public importance.” What's the background story The controversy began when, in December 2024, the actress accused and filed a complaint against Baldoni of sexual harassment and retaliation on the set of their film It Ends With Us, which he directed and co-starred in. Later in January 2025, Baldoni filed the $400 million lawsuit, calling it a “counterattack.” Also Read: South Korean idol and actor Ok Taecyeon to tie knot with longtime girlfriend Reportedly, Blake Lively alleged that Baldoni engaged in “disturbing” behaviour, including, entering her vanity van without permission, insisting on adding explicit scenes, asking intrusive questions about her marriage and sex life, and one particularly disturbing incident where he allegedly leaned forward during a quiet filming moment and “dragged his lips from her ear down her neck,” telling her, “It smells so good.” Also Read: Millie Bobby Brown accuses Stranger Things co-star David Harbour of bullying Blake's lawsuit further added that Baldoni attempted to smear her reputation and silence her by orchestrating a coordinated campaign after she came forward. As of now, neither Ryan Reynolds nor Blake Lively has publicly commented on the latest ruling. Baldoni has also remained silent following the dismissal.

There's a new update in the Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni case as the judge has officially dismissed Justin's $400 million extortion and defamation lawsuit against Blake and Ryan Reynolds. &nbsp;

Court officially shuts down Justin Baldoni’s $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, know why

The legal feud between It Ends With Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is not going to end so soon. With the latest legal victory by the actress, it seems like she is soon set to work on a project. There are reports of Lively featuring and producing the film, which is doing the rounds. This news has brought mixed reactions from the netizens.<h2>What is the project Blake Lively will be working on?</h2>As per several reports, production house Lionsgate has acquired a script that will star Blake Lively and will also produce the film. Reportedly, the upcoming project will be part of the upcoming romantic comedy, The Survival List. It will follow the story of a reality TV producer named Annie, who, against her wishes, is assigned to a new show hosted by a famous survival expert, Chpper Lane.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/justin-baldoni-accused-of-bullying-by-it-ends-with-us-co-star-isabela-ferrer-amid-legal-battle-with-blake-lively-1755592450848"> Justin Baldoni accused of bullying by It Ends With Us co-star Isabela Ferrer amid legal battle with Blake Lively</a>&nbsp;Apart from production by Blake Lively, the screenplay will be written by Tom Mella. For the unversed, this project will mark Blake's entry onto film sets after quite some time, ever since the legal fiasco has been going on with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lil-nas-x-arrested-after-he-walks-around-la-streets-nearly-naked-hospitalised-later-1755842886286">Lil Nas X arrested after he walks around LA streets nearly naked</a>&nbsp;However, many had mixed reactions to the latest announcement and expressed their views on social media. One user on X wrote, "Let's see how well this movie is going to do. I won't be paying to watch anything with her in it". Another user wrote, "Former Blake Lively fan. Won't be watching the way she's treated these content creators is horrible".&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/after-mike-tyson-wwe-legend-undertaker-likely-to-join-salman-khan-s-big-boss-19-report-1755839206630">After Mike Tyson, WWE legend Undertaker likely to join Big Boss 19 - Report</a><h2>What is the latest update on Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal war?</h2>As per reports, in the latest development, Blake Lively celebrated a major victory after a judge dismissed Baldoni's $650 million lawsuit against her, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and The New York Times. Soon after the dismissal, Blake reacted to it and took to Instagram and wrote, "Last week, I stood proudly alongside 19 organisations united in defending women's rights to speak up for their safety.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brent-hinds-founder-and-former-lead-guitarist-of-heavy-metal-band-mastodon-dies-in-a-bike-accident-1755801845143">Brent Hinds, founder and lead guitarist of Mastodon, dies in a bike accident</a>&nbsp;“Like so many others, I've felt the pain of a retaliatory lawsuit, including the manufactured shame that tries to break us. While the suit against me was defeated, so many don't have the resources to fight back”, she wrote.&nbsp;She furthermore added by expressing her love and gratitude for those who stood for her.Earlier, another co-star, Isabela Ferrer, who had played the role of a younger version of Blake Lively's character in It Ends With Us, had also alleged that she was harassed on the sets by Justin Baldoni. Reportedly, in court documents, Isabela Ferrer has accused the director and his associates of acting inappropriately towards her after she received a subpoena from Lively's counsel as part of the legal dispute.

Blake Lively has reportedly landed a project in which she will be featured and producing it as well. This news comes amid her legal war with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. 

The legal feud between It Ends With Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni is not going to end so soon. With the latest legal victory by the actress, it seems like she is soon set to work on a project. There are reports of Lively featuring and producing the film, which is doing the rounds. This news has brought mixed reactions from the netizens. What is the project Blake Lively will be working on? As per several reports, production house Lionsgate has acquired a script that will star Blake Lively and will also produce the film. Reportedly, the upcoming project will be part of the upcoming romantic comedy, The Survival List. It will follow the story of a reality TV producer named Annie, who, against her wishes, is assigned to a new show hosted by a famous survival expert, Chpper Lane. Also Read: Justin Baldoni accused of bullying by It Ends With Us co-star Isabela Ferrer amid legal battle with Blake Lively Apart from production by Blake Lively, the screenplay will be written by Tom Mella. For the unversed, this project will mark Blake's entry onto film sets after quite some time, ever since the legal fiasco has been going on with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. Also Read: Lil Nas X arrested after he walks around LA streets nearly naked However, many had mixed reactions to the latest announcement and expressed their views on social media. One user on X wrote, "Let's see how well this movie is going to do. I won't be paying to watch anything with her in it". Another user wrote, "Former Blake Lively fan. Won't be watching the way she's treated these content creators is horrible". Also Read: After Mike Tyson, WWE legend Undertaker likely to join Big Boss 19 - Report What is the latest update on Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal war? As per reports, in the latest development, Blake Lively celebrated a major victory after a judge dismissed Baldoni's $650 million lawsuit against her, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and The New York Times. Soon after the dismissal, Blake reacted to it and took to Instagram and wrote, "Last week, I stood proudly alongside 19 organisations united in defending women's rights to speak up for their safety. Also Read: Brent Hinds, founder and lead guitarist of Mastodon, dies in a bike accident “Like so many others, I've felt the pain of a retaliatory lawsuit, including the manufactured shame that tries to break us. While the suit against me was defeated, so many don't have the resources to fight back”, she wrote. She furthermore added by expressing her love and gratitude for those who stood for her. Earlier, another co-star, Isabela Ferrer, who had played the role of a younger version of Blake Lively's character in It Ends With Us, had also alleged that she was harassed on the sets by Justin Baldoni. Reportedly, in court documents, Isabela Ferrer has accused the director and his associates of acting inappropriately towards her after she received a subpoena from Lively's counsel as part of the legal dispute.

Blake Lively has reportedly landed a project in which she will be featured and producing it as well. This news comes amid her legal war with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni.&nbsp;

Blake Lively to star and produce upcoming project amid legal tussle with It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni?

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Court officially shuts down Justin Baldoni’s $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, know why

Blake Lively to star and produce film amid legal tussle with Justin Baldoni?