Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 19, 2025 · Entertainment

Diddy's Lawyer Joins Justin Baldoni’s Legal Team Amid Intensifying Drama with Blake Lively

Justin Baldoni, 41, has obtained the services of another high-profile figure in the world of law, in his ongoing courtroom clash with Blake Lively, 37

HOLLYWOOD DRAMA: Justin Baldoni's Sex Scandal Deepens as Another Accuser Comes Forward

In a shocking twist, Hollywood heartthrob Justin Baldoni has found himself in even hotter water as another individual comes forward with allegations of harassment against him. The drama surrounding the 41-year-old actor's behavior on set of his 2024 romantic drama "It Ends with Us" continues to unfold, and it seems that things are about to get even uglier.

Baldoni has hired high-powered attorney Alexandra Shapiro, a former clerk for late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, to join his team in the ongoing courtroom battle against co-star Blake Lively. Shapiro's addition to Baldoni's legal team comes as he faces growing scrutiny over claims of harassment and retaliation made by multiple individuals.

Shapiro was flagged as a new member of Baldoni¿s legal team in paperwork she filed September 15. Pictured in NYC this past July

One of the new accusers, who wishes to remain anonymous, has come forward with a sworn declaration alleging that they endured "repeated, negative interactions" with Baldoni and his associates on set. The individual claimed that they suffered verbal abuse from Baldoni himself, which prompted them to request that he be kept off set for the majority of production.

But that's not all - the accuser also stated that they had previously worked with Baldoni on a project connected to his company, Wayfarer Studios, and that they had been contacted by Wayfarer co-founder Steve Sarowitz's assistant to arrange a meeting. The topic of discussion was left unspecified, but it's clear that there's more to this story than meets the eye.

The accuser's declaration is just the latest blow to Baldoni's already-tarnished reputation. In December 2024, Lively sued Baldoni for allegedly sexually harassing her on set, claims he denied. He and his company, Wayfarer Studios, subsequently fired back with a defamation suit against Lively, her publicist Leslie Sloane, and husband Ryan Reynolds.

Baldoni is facing further scrutiny as another person has allegedly come forward with claims of harassment amid his ongoing legal war with Blake Lively; seen in 2024

But the tables have turned, as Lively's team has now filed a motion seeking attorney's fees, treble damages, and punitive damages against Baldoni's company and its executives. The motion argues that Wayfarer's lawsuit was "baseless from the start" and amounted to a retaliatory attack after Lively reported harassment and retaliation.

In a scathing filing in federal court, Lively's lawyers accused Wayfarer of attempting to "damage her credibility and conceal their own unlawful acts." They pointed out that the company had flooded the public docket with redacted exhibits and character attacks against Lively, in an effort to discredit her claims.

But it gets even juicier - according to the filing, Sarowitz allegedly vowed to spend $100 million to ruin the lives of Lively and Reynolds. In a chilling declaration, he reportedly said: "I will protect the studio like Israel protected itself from Hamas. There were 39,000 dead bodies. There will be two dead bodies when I'm done. Minimum. Not dead, but 'you're dead to me.' So that kind of dead. But dead to a lot of people."

A source also claimed to the outlet that the person is 'likely to testify against Justin in Lively's trial; Lively and  Baldoni pictured in their 2024 film It Ends with Us

This latest development comes just months after a judge dismissed Baldoni's lawsuit against Lively and The New York Times in a major setback for the actor's hopes of a blockbuster win.

The drama surrounding this case is far from over, and it seems that things are about to get even more interesting. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!

A Timeline of the Drama:

In December 2024, the actress sued Justin for allegedly sexually harassing her on set ¿ claims he denied; seen in April 2025

  • December 2024: Lively sues Baldoni for allegedly sexually harassing her on set.
  • January 2025: Baldoni and Wayfarer Studios fire back with a defamation suit against Lively, Sloane, and Reynolds.
  • June 9, 2025: Judge Lewis J. Liman dismisses Baldoni's lawsuit in a major setback for the actor.
  • September 4, 2025: A new accuser comes forward with allegations of harassment against Baldoni.
  • September 15, 2025: Shapiro is flagged as a new member of Baldoni's legal team and Wayfarer Studios in paperwork filed.

The Players:

  • Justin Baldoni: Actor and producer embroiled in sex scandal.
  • Blake Lively: Actress who sued Baldoni for allegedly sexually harassing her on set.
  • Alexandra Shapiro: High-powered attorney hired by Baldoni to join his team.
  • Steve Sarowitz: Co-founder of Wayfarer Studios, accused of making threatening statements against Lively and Reynolds.
  • Leslie Sloane: Publicist for Lively, also targeted in defamation suit.
  • Ryan Reynolds: Husband of Blake Lively, accused of making defamatory statements about Baldoni.

The Fallout:

  • Multiple individuals have come forward with allegations of harassment against Baldoni.
  • Baldoni's reputation has taken a hit, with his lawsuit against Lively and The New York Times dismissed in June 2025.
  • Wayfarer Studios is facing backlash over its alleged attempts to discredit Lively's claims.

This article was first reported by thescholarlynote.com.