Blake Lively: Striking Out in Style Amid Legal Drama
BLAKE LIVELY UNFETTERED BY LAWSUIT WITH JUSTIN BALDONI AS SHE STRUTS HER STUFF IN BURGUNDY LEATHER
Blake Lively was the epitome of confidence and sass as she stepped out in New York City on Monday, flaunting a daring bra-free look that left onlookers gagging. The 38-year-old actress flashed a radiant smile while strutting down the sidewalk in her corseted leather ensemble, which featured a knee-length pleated skirt and a midriff-baring top with a pointy collar. She paired her outfit with a burgundy quilted Chanel handbag and mauve suede heels adorned with multicolored beads.
Lively's hair was worn down in thick waves that framed her shiny pink lips, matching pink eyeshadow, and unusual orange earrings featuring large diamonds at the center. The actress exuded an air of effortless chic, but behind the scenes, she's been embroiled in a bitter lawsuit with co-star Justin Baldoni over production issues on their film "It Ends With Us".
According to sources close to the production, several cast members, including Jenny Slate and Isabela Ferrer, have been deposed as part of Lively and Baldoni's ongoing litigation. Author Colleen Hoover, whose novel inspired the film, has also recently sat for a deposition. Lively herself was formally questioned under oath outside of court earlier this year.
The lawsuit, which was initially filed in December 2024, accuses Baldoni of sexual harassment, retaliatory conduct, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Lively claimed that Baldoni body-shamed her on set and orchestrated a smear campaign against her to damage her reputation. The suit also names several of Baldoni's collaborators, including his company Wayfarer Studios and the studio's CEO.
Baldoni has since filed a counter-suit, seeking $400 million in damages from Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and publicist Leslie Sloane. In court documents obtained by thescholarlynote.com, Baldoni accused Lively of "extortion-like behavior" during production. However, his former agent Danny Greenberg later clarified that he was referencing growing tension between the production company Wayfarer Studios and the film's distributor, Sony.
The drama surrounding "It Ends With Us" has overshadowed the film's initial success at the box office, where it earned a whopping $148 million domestically and $350 million globally. The movie's release last year sparked a surprise hit, but the allegations made by Lively against Baldoni have since dominated headlines.
Despite the controversy, Lively appears unfazed, continuing to slay her fashion game with each public appearance. Her bra-free look on Monday sent social media into a frenzy, with fans and fellow celebrities alike praising her bold style choices.
As for Baldoni's lawsuit, it remains to be seen how the court will rule in this highly publicized case. One thing is certain: Blake Lively is not letting the drama get her down – she's still serving up looks and attitude with every step.
The parties involved have denied all allegations against them. Thescholarlynote.com has reached out to reps for Lively, Reynolds, Baldoni, Slate, and Ferrer for further comment on this developing story.